The territorial government says it's been receiving reports of a black bear near Giant Mine over the past two weeks.

"The bear has been observed by members of the public and has been engaged in natural foraging behaviour — feeding on vegetation as it prepares for hibernation," reads an Aug. 12 statement from the Department of Environment and Climate Change (ECC).

That statement also mentions that a wildlife officer previously responded to a report of a black bear in that area.

"Upon noticing the patrol truck, the bear left immediately — this is the kind of natural, avoidant behaviour we want to see in wildlife," the news release states.

Because the bear is close to a popular fishing spot and a boat launch, wildlife officers placed temporary signs nearby as a precaution.

The department

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