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| 39 1/2 year old black bear referred to as #56 Photo credit: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources |
Last night I was sent a link to an article detailing the death of #56. She was found dead and partially decomposed in the Minnesota wilderness, having apparently died of natural causes.
I wanted to share her story, as it is amazing for a wild animal, especially a highly sought after big game species, to live such a long and natural life.
#56's teeth were failing, but she appeared to be foraging well for herself, and was found outside her home range which surprised Noyce, but appeared to be resting in a comfortable shady spot when she passed.
This story amazes me, and I hope you take the time to read about her a bit more in depth.
World's oldest bear dies in Minnesota forest
What an amazing old girl, and to die in a shady spot, chosen by her no doubt, a wonderful end to her long life. She must have had huge stamina to last so long, maybe the clean air, no pesticides, peaceful and quiet woody areas all helped. So good she was found, will they do a memorial plaque? Greetings from Jean.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing, what an amazing story!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the link Alyssa. She lived such a long time. Lucky girl to drift away in a shady spot in the forest. A peaceful ending...
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