Retrofitting Dumpsters with Bear Resistant Lids to Reduce Human-Bear Conflict in New Jersey

摘要: Author(s): Makkay, Amanda M.; Burguess, Kelcey I.; Zellner, Andrew S.; Huffman, Jane E. | Abstract: Black bear populations are increasing throughout North America. When areas of black population expansion overlap regions substantial human use, conflict can ensue. Human-bear conflicts have negative economic, health/safety, and social impacts. Attraction to foods brings bears into more frequent contact with people, resulting in a higher probability human-bear encounters. In order achieve successful management conflicts, the use bear-resistant lids outfitted on dumpsters is one tool. We evaluated efficacy Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee-approved, modified, that were installed community northwestern New Jersey. sows exhibiting nuisance behavior trapped at dumpster sites, either VHF or GPS satellite collars, their movements tracked for year prior installation retrofitted lids. After installed, movement patterns monitored determine if altered left area when access was no longer available. Residents also surveyed offered educational programs regarding community.