Grizzly bear euthanized south of Libby

State wildlife officials euthanized last week a male grizzly bear that had developed a penchant for breaking into chicken coops south of Libby.

The 2-year-old bear was captured by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks officials following reports the bruin had burglarized coops, greenhouses and storage sheds near Barren Peak Road off U.S. 2 in the Silver Butte area.  

Officials said that the agency also received reports of the bear hanging out on porches.