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Michigan Bear Wears Plastic Lid

Michigan Bear Wears Plastic Lid for Years—Finally Freed

Anthony Lane

For two years, a young Michigan black bear carried the weight of human carelessness—a plastic lid stuck around its neck. His recent rescue by the Michigan DNR is a powerful story of survival and a stark reminder of our impact on wildlife. This article explores the bear's incredible ordeal, the details of his rescue, and the crucial lessons it teaches us about responsible coexistence, from securing trash to following wildlife regulations, urging us to become better stewards of the land we share.