The Black Canyon campground in Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area has reopened to campers after an adult male black bear was killed by National Park Service staff, the agency announced in a Facebook post.

On Aug. 9, the bear "explored two tent sites, biting a sleeping mattress of one occupant and crushing a tent of another," the posting said. "It is unknown if the bear received a food reward while going through the tents. However, it does seem likely this bear has received food rewards in the past."

Bears that become food-conditioned may act aggressively or dangerously around humans, putting people and wildlife at risk.

"The bear’s escalating behavior — including property damage and resistance to hazing attempts — posed a clear threat to visitor safety and warranted removal," the P

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