Grizzly Bear Attack in Grand Teton National Park

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A grizzly bear in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park accidentally sprayed itself with bear repellent while attacking a hiker. The bear won't be captured or killed as it may have been protecting a cub. The hiker, who pretended to be dead, made it to safety and is expected to make a full recovery.

Key Points

  • Grizzly bear accidentally sprayed itself with bear repellent while attacking a hiker in Grand Teton National Park
  • Park officials decided not to capture or kill the bear as it may have been protecting a cub
  • Hiker pretended to be dead and survived the attack

Pros

  • The decision not to pursue the bears was based on the belief that they were behaving naturally
  • The hiker survived the attack and is expected to make a full recovery

Cons

  • The hiker was injured during the bear attack