Maine Black Bears are Emerging Hungry and Active
Jayna Smith
After a long winter’s nap, black bears in Maine are stirring from their dens, driven by the need to replenish their lost body weight. According to the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (MDIFW), Maine boasts the largest population of black bears in the contiguous United States, and their activity peaks between April 1 and November 1.
