See: Danbury Bear Captured on Camera

Two separate residents have spotted the Danbury bear since its presence was announced by the mayor.

A resident snagged this video of the bear in her backyard.

Another resident shared a photo of the bear.

Bears are becoming more common in Connecticut as former farmlands have reverted to wooded areas. At one time bear sightings were uncommon outside of the northwest corner, but corridors of wooded areas have made it easier to bears to travel to different parts of the state.

The bear population in Connecticut is expected to increase, making interactions between bears and humans more common. The DEEP says it is important that people learn to adapt to the presence of bears and take necessary precautions to avoid damage and problems.

If you see a bear:

• Enjoy it from a distance.
• Advertise your presence by shouting and waving your arms or walk slowly away.
• Never attempt to feed or attract bears.

Bears are attracted to bird feeders, garbage cans, pet food and any other easy sources of food.

To avoid attracting bears near your home, the DEEP recommends following these steps.

Image credit: @JennPersichilli