Tad Fujioka, a hunter from Sitka, Alaska, was found dead on Wednesday after failing to return from a deer hunting trip. Alaska State Troopers launched a search after he was reported missing and his remains were discovered the next day. The investigation indicated that Fujioka was likely the victim of a fatal bear mauling. Sitka is a city with a population of about 8,400 in the Alaska panhandle. The specific type of bear involved in the attack was not specified, but Alaska is home to black bears, brown bears (including grizzlies), and polar bears. The state has around 100,000 black bears and 30,000 brown bears, according to the Department of Fish and Game. Polar bears are considered threatened and are found further north than Sitka. This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the dangers that hunters and outdoor enthusiasts face in the wilderness of Alaska.
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