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A mother black bear oversees as her three young cubs brush up on their tree-climbing skills in the above photo taken along New Germany Road recently. Typically a mother black bear gives birth to two cubs after a 235-day gestation period, though litters as large as six have been documented. The black bear is a popular symbol in western Maryland, as its image adorns local businesses and visitors to the area often try to catch a glimpse of the noble animal. In fact, sighting a black bear in Garrett County has become a more common occurrence in recent years as the animal’s population continues to thrive thanks to efforts by the Department of Natural Resources. A 2005 survey estimated that 200 to 400 black bears roamed the mountains of Garrett and Allegany counties. This study revealed an increase in the total population, with the largest number of bears residing in Garrett County. Photo by Amber Hardesty.
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