Fake Newspaper Article LIONS AND TIGERS AND BEARS, OH MY!
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Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh My!
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"Western Washington is seeing an unusual increase in wild animal activity," says John Werner, spokesman for the Department of Natural Resources. "It's uncharacteristic of the region, and of the animals. At this time, we just don't know why it's occurring."
Wild animal reports from concerned citizens have increased 740% over last year, say authorities. Mountain lions have been among the worst offenders. Bears come in second.
"It's partly due to a reduction in trapping," Mr. Werner admitted. "Today's
society is somewhat anti-trapping, but they also don't like the consequences of reduced trapping-namely, increased animal activity in their neighborhoods."
Redmond animal control units have responded to twenty six reports of bears in yards, in garbage cans and even in garages just since the first of the year. There have been two attacks which were not fatal.
The bear was captured and released unharmed yesterday when it began prowling a business complex early in the morning.
Some animal behavioral scientists suggest the trend will continue, reaching "amazing proportions",
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