Drought Causes Bear Invasions

The severe drought season has driven thousands of bears in the United States to search for food in residential areas, leading to repeated home and store invasions and an increase in confrontations with humans. The phenomenon is linked to the rising cost of natural food caused by the winter drought, which has damaged plants and trees that make up about 90% of the bears' diet, prompting them to follow human food scents. Colorado alone recorded over 7,000 bear sightings in 2026, with at least 6 attacks reported. Meanwhile, New Mexico officials killed 187 bears this year, the highest number since 2011, including the first fatal attack in 25 years. Experts warn that ongoing drought and rising temperatures may cause bears to become accustomed to human food, leading to changes in their hibernation patterns and more encounters with people in the coming months.

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