In the USA, a bear that died because of garbage in its stomach had to be euthanized
In the American state of Colorado, wildlife officers were forced to euthanize a sick bear after reports from concerned residents. CNN writes about it. During the animal’s autopsy, officers came across disturbing discoveries. “There were all these paper towels, napkins, plastic bag-type materials and food that wasn’t digested,” said John Livingston, a Colorado Parks and Wildlife representative. Photo: jared lloyd/Gettyimages.com He added that the contents of the garbage could not pass to the lower intestine. Therefore, the bear could not absorb nutrients. Given the mammal’s weight, it could continue to starve for months before dying. When meeting with the animal, the officers also noticed unusual behavior. The bear had swollen eyes and foaming at the mouth. Livingston noted that this is a sign of fighting infection. Realizing that the bear was sick and suffering, they decided to put the bear down. This mammal was well known in the Telluride area. It is believed that he was the one who broke into the apartment building this summer. This incident is explained by the ability of bears to smell at a distance of tens of kilometers. In addition, they remember the place where they previously found food. That’s why they return there. Officers and conservationists issued a statement urging residents and tourists to protect their homes and lives from bears. Earlier, on the border of Lithuania and Belarus, a bear tried to “storm” the fence. Read also: The bear from Yampol, which was saved by the Armed Forces, will live in a Scottish zoo
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