Large wild boar's den in Vigezzo valley disturbed by a bear's transit
Brown Bear Spotted in Valle Vigezzo: Second Sighting in Less Than a Month
A brown bear, named Rubi, has been sighted in Valle Vigezzo, marking the second instance in less than a month. This latest sighting was captured on camera by a farmer at Alpe Fela in Finero, Malesco.
The unexpected appearance of the bear has caused concern among residents in the area. Enrico Barbazza, a Vigezzo administrator, has expressed the population's fears, and has also announced his intention to request a meeting with the prefect to discuss the bear issue.
The initial sighting occurred in Val Loana in early August. Since then, park personnel have been initiating checks regarding the bear sightings. The Parco nazionale Valgrande has also decided to place informative signs within the protected area, including the Val Loana area, to inform hikers about the bear's presence.
The mayor of Malesco, too, has taken action. Yesterday morning, the local police of Malesco placed signs in the village of Finero, following the bear sighting there. The signs provide guidelines for hiker behaviour to ensure safety.
The bear didn't seem bothered by human presence and continued on its way. Luigi Spadone, the president of the Parco nazionale Valgrande, has responded to rumours about a second bear in the area. He stated that as of now, there is no evidence to suggest more than one bear is circulating on their territory.
However, Spadone has asked the forestry police to initiate checks on the photo taken in Finero, to gather more information about the bear's activities. A hiking guide also reported a sighting of the bear while leading clients.
The farmer who captured the bear on camera had set up a motion-activated camera to photograph wild boars damaging the pasture. It is unclear if the bear was the cause of the damage or if it was simply passing through.
The bear sightings have sparked a flurry of activity in the area, with locals and park personnel working together to ensure the safety of both the bear and the community. As the situation continues to develop, updates will be provided to keep the public informed.
