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Instructions for Bear Tooth Removal

The collection of teeth from hunter-harvested bears is a critical component of Wisconsin's bear management program. These teeth allow biologists to determine the population's age structure, the age when females first reproduce and consecutive cub…

Bear registration

Please familiarize yourself with any changes before the start of the season. Carcass tag requirements are explained below. In addition, resources on this page detail these changes and the steps needed to successfully register your bear and submit a…

Black bear population status and distribution

Wisconsin's occupied bear range is expanding, which means residents can expect to see black bears in areas outside of the bear's traditional range. An abundant population and suitable bear habitat have facilitated the southerly movement of occupied…

Black bear management