Climate Change Disrupts Bear Hibernation In Kashmir, Triggering Surge In Human-Wildlife Conflict

Climate Change Disrupts Bear Hibernation In Kashmir, Triggering Surge In Human-Wildlife Conflict
Climate change is disrupting the natural hibernation cycle of Himalayan bears in Kashmir, pushing them into towns in search of food and triggering a rise in man-animal conflicts. With delayed snowfall, shrinking forests and poor waste management, experts warn the region may soon have to coexist with wildlife year-round.