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Enter a Black Bear Sighting

Black Bear Sighting Detail Report

Rules:

Do not use this form to report a sick or injured bear.

  • If you see a sick or injured Black Bear call the Georgia Department of Natural Resources -  Ranger Hotline at 1-800-241-4113 (or text *DNR for AT&T Mobility Customers) 24 / 7!  Please provide a contact number and county so the Game Warden can contact you if more information is needed.
  • ***If you have an emergency, dial 911.***


    I have read the Rules outlined above and agree to follow those Rules.

    Observer's Contact Info

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    Please Use the Form Below to Record More Details About the Bear Sighting

    If you encounter indicators of a bear, such as markings on a tree, paw prints or scat, include an item for scale next to the object in question and take a photograph. Rulers with visible numbers are best, but you can always improvise using your hand, foot, phone, coin, pen, or another item of known size.

    Document information regarding the specifics of the evidence or sighting. In your description/report, include the date, location, habitat type (was it in a wooded area, bottomland, field, residential, etc?) and time of day. If you believe you saw a bear, also note the animal's coat coloration, activity it was engaged in, gait, or any other distinguishing characteristics. If at all possible, include a photo of the animal.

    Bear Sighting Specifics

    Type of Sighting
    Bear Activity During Observation
    Observation Time
    If you didn't get GPS coordinates using the Map above, go to Google Maps and find the location. Right-click the place or area on the map. Select What's here? At the bottom, you’ll see a card with the coordinates.
    Example: 5 minutes/20 seconds
    Did the Bear Notice the Observer?
    Were Any Bear Cubs Observed?
    Did Any of the Bears Have Ear Tags?
    Which ear?
    If More Than One Bear Was Observed, Was There One Adult and Any Offspring
    Did Any of the Bears Have a Radio Collar?
    (Please Describe)
    Photo Upload
    Maximum upload size: 52.43MB
    (Upload One or More Photos (jpg, png or gif) of the Bear While Maintaining a Safe Distance from the Bear)
    Video Upload
    Maximum upload size: 52.43MB
    I agree to allow the Appalachia Georgia Friends of the Bears to Use Any Photos Uploaded Above on their Website or Social Sites..