Bear cubs thought killed in French Pyr茅n茅es

Two bear cubs born in the Hautes-Pyr茅n茅es in January are thought to have been killed by a male bear seen following their mother.

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Published Wednesday 10 July 2019 - 14:19 Modified Wednesday 10 July 2019 - 14:19

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The cubs have not been seen since May 1. Their mother, Sorita, was re-introduced to the area last year and has been seen being followed by a male.

It is common for males to kill the cubs of another male as without babies the female can come into heat again.

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