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- Deer hunter mauled to death by bear in Alaska, troopers say (newsbreak.com)
Hiker Killed in Alaska Bear Attack
An overdue hunter, 50-year-old Tad Fujioka of Sitka, was found dead in Alaska after being attacked by a bear. Search teams had been looking for Fujioka since Tuesday evening when he was reported missing from a deer hunting trip.
Remains Discovered
Fujioka’s remains were found on Wednesday morning, and an investigation determined that he had likely been killed by a bear. Evidence suggests that brown bears had mauled Fujioka and consumed a deer he had hunted.
Brown Bear Activity
Brown bears, also known as grizzlies, are common in Alaska. The Coast Guard spotted three bears near the deceased deer, alerting search crews.
Recovery and Notification
Fujioka’s body has been recovered, and his family has been informed. Alaska is home to various bear species, including black bears, polar bears, and brown bears.
Geographic Differences
Brown bears and grizzlies are the same species but differ in their geographic locations. Brown bears are found along the southern coast, while grizzlies inhabit the northern and interior regions of Alaska.
Previous Attack
In August, a hunter was seriously injured in Alaska after being mauled by a brown bear and subsequently shot during an attempt to defend himself.
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