Bear captured in West Glacier after killing 2 llamas

State wildlife officials captured a black bear in West Glacier and are relocating it to Glacier National Park.

A Fish, Wildlife and Parks bear management specialist captured a male black bear April 25 on private property on the park’s boundary after the bear killed two llamas.

The bear is approximately 6 years old and weighs 184 pounds. It does not have any prior conflicts on record.

According to an FWP press release, the state agency worked closely in consultation with the National Park Service and Wildlife Services.

Regional bear experts say the black bear in West Glacier is not a human safety risk, according to the media release.

Bears are becoming active in springtime and residents are asked to secure attractants around their properties. Bear managers advise electric fencing to protect orchards, trees, gardens, berries bushes, beehives, grains, pets, livestock and garbage.

For more information about being “Bear Aware,” visit fwp.mt.gov.