VIDEO: Bear Sighted in Middlebury Backyard

MIDDLEBURY, CT - The Brencher family of Middlebury filmed a black bear in their backyard Monday evening and sent the video into WFSB-TV.

And during the short clip below, you'll see a surprise... a baby cub trailing behind their mother.

Also check out our series on bear sightings in Connecticut and tips for if you do encounter a bear.

• Connecticut Bear Sightings on the Rise: Where and Why?

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