Idaho! Stop What You're Doing And Remove Your Bird Feeder ASAP

Idaho continues to flirt with warmer temperatures, with highs hovering around the 70s and lows around the 40s and 50s. With the spring weather comes a threat that has Idaho Fish & Game warning residents to remove their bird feeders as soon as possible.

Live In Idaho? Stop What You're Doing And Remove Your Bird Feeder ASAP

Idaho Fish & Game recently reminded Idaho residents about a dangerous predator awakening from its slumber and that if we're not careful, we could be its next meal.

"Spring is a critical time for bears as they emerge from hibernation and search for food," Idaho Fish & Game said in a social media post.

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"Natural food sources can be scarce early in the season, making unsecured garbage, pet food, bird feeders, and other human-related attractants a significant temptation."

Thankfully, there are some things we can do to protect our homes, our pets, and of course, ourselves.

5 Tips To Protect Yourself From One Of Idaho's Most Dangerous Predators

Idaho Fish & Game is warning people with bird feeders to take them down ASAP! Here are some other tips to keep you safe from the bears of Idaho.

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While these tips can keep you safe, you might be wondering: "How likely am I to be attacked by a bear?"

Your Chance Of Being Injured Or Killed By A Bear

Thankfully, not many of us are ever likely to have a fatal encounter with a bear. According to In Defense of Animals (IDA) and the National Park Service, your chances of being injured by a bear are roughly 1 in 2.1 million.

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As for your chance of being killed by a bear, IDA says you're "more likely to be killed by a bee than a bear, and way more likely to be killed by another human than by either bear or bee."

That's one way to make us feel better about bears. Still, make sure you're putting those tips to use - keep the bears away!