Dexter Bear Immortalized in Cyberspace

A black bear that has been seen roaming around the Dexter area has become somewhat of a social phenomenon for local residents.

Since the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Department  two separate bear sightings last week, Dexter has been going bear crazy with a Facebook fan page boasting 1,593 followers, a Twitter account with 268 followers, and bear-themed specials at local businesses despite reports that the bear has been known to pillage property in the area, according to Ann Arbor.com.

The social media savvy animal is even considerate enough to give residents periodic updates of its activities.

"I'm hungry as a bear...that hasn't eaten in a few hours. What's everyone having for breakfast? If anyone wants to drop off a nice lox and bagel to my den, I'd be thrilled," the bear wrote on Thursday morning.

According to the Facebook page, the bear will appear on a limited edition T-shirt that will go on sale at local businesses for $21.95 with $5 benefitting the Education Foundation of Dexter.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is urging residents to exercise caution should they come across the bear near their property.

Editor's note: The story has been changed to reflect the total T-shirt cost of $21.95 and that the Facebook page has been live for six days.