The fall bear eat-a-thon is on, ODFW warns of danger

The fall bear eat-a-thon is on, ODFW warns of danger

Now that autumn weather has replaced hot summer days, bears have begun their annual fall eat-a-thon, known as hyperphagia, to prepare for winter.

The fall bear eat-a-thon is on

Now that autumn weather has replaced hot summer days, bears have begun their annual fall eat-a-thon, known as hyperphagia, to prepare for winter. This intense feeding period begins in late summer when berries and fruits ripen and peaks when fruits like pears and apples are available. During this time, bears spend up to 20 hours a day foraging for food. Driven by the need to eat, bears will take...