Are there bears in louisiana?

Currently, Louisiana supports 3 core bear populations; the Tensas River Basin population in the north, the upper Atchafalaya River Basin population in central LA, and the coastal population in the southern Atchafalaya River Basin. However, black bears particularly dispersing males, can be found throughout Louisiana. read more

Yes, they are called Louisiana Black Bears, and unfortunately they are threatened. read more

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries estimates there are currently between 700 to 1,000 black bears in the State of Louisiana. read more