Global survey of attacks by large carnivores reveals distinct patterns in low- and high-income countries (IMAGE)

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Global survey of attacks by large carnivores reveals distinct patterns in low- and high-income countries

Caption

Ursids were mainly involved in involuntary sudden encounters (45%), defensive reactions by females with cubs (18%) or food-related interactions (16%), such as bears defending a carcass, or being surprised while attacking livestock or feeding on anthropogenic food.

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Vincenzo Penteriani (CC-BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

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