# Black Bears in Louisiana Neighborhoods | New Orleans News

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Podcast: [New Orleans News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/new-orleans-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7562541)
Published: 2026-07-06T22:36:11+00:00
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Black bears are making surprise appearances near Covington, Louisiana—normally a northern haunt—sparking curiosity and debate as the state ramps up its bear hunt. With tags jumping from 26 to 42 and a $50 lottery entry fee, hunters gear up for a 16-day season starting December 1. Wildlife experts say Louisiana’s 1,800 bears are thriving, though fewer than states like North Carolina or Maine. Bears can travel 20 miles a day, especially during mating season, and are drawn to food smells from miles away—so keep your trash secure and stay calm if you spot one. Residents are split: some welcome the hunt, others cherish the rare wildlife sightings. It’s a tense but vital conversation about coexisting with nature in our backyards. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/008acb07211bb6ae

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