clipped from: www.wildlife.state.nh.us   
Frequently asked bear questions
  • Are black bears dangerous?
  • What should I do if I encounter a bear?
  • When do bears den? When will they come out in the spring?
  • What kind of bears live in New Hampshire?
  • When are bear cubs born?
  • What should I do if I find myself around a mother bear with cubs?
  • How do I protect livestock/poultry from bear predation?
  • Will a bear attack my dog?
  • Is it legal to feed bears?
  • When and how can I safely feed birds when bears are around?
  • How can I protect a beehive from bear attacks?
  • How can I keep bears out of my garbage? How do I get a bear-proof dumpster?
  • How do I prevent bears from bothering my campsite?
  • What good are bears?
    • What kind of bears live in New Hampshire?
    The black bear is the only bear species in New Hampshire. Population estimates range between 4,800 to 5,000 bears statewide. Regional bear densities across the state range between 0.1-1.0 bears/square mile and average 0.5 bears/square mile. <return to top>
    New Hampshire Fish and Game Department