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Bear Attack Leaves Woman in Critical Condition in Slovenia
- A woman was in critical condition after a bear attack near Ljubljana, Slovenia, as reported by police.
- The attack happened in Skofljica, about 10 kilometers southeast of the capital, according to police reports.
- Following the incident, authorities advised Skofljica residents to stay away and be cautious.
- Authorities have approved the culling of 206 brown bears due to a population increase to around 1,000 bears.
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The media and scientific literature are increasingly reporting an escalation of large carnivore attacks on humans in North America and Europe. Although rare compared to human fatalities by other wildlife, the media often overplay large carnivore attacks on humans, causing increased fear and negative attitudes towards coexisting with and conserving these species. Although large carnivore populations are generally increasing in developed countries…
Bear attack leaves woman critical after attack near Llubljana, Slovenia
A woman has been left critically injured after being set upon by a bear in a forested area, with residents warned to stay away as the animal fled. The attack happened Tuesday at the edge of the forest in Skofljica, some 10 kilometres (6 miles) southeast of Slovenia's capital city, Ljubljana, police said. The bear is said to have launched a horror attack on the woman before retreating into the forest, with authorities urging Skofljica residents t…
The critical condition of the woman after the attack has reopened the issue of coexistence with large carnivores. The AniMa Association calls for strengthening preventive measures and a ban on feeding.
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