Fact Check: "Bear first spotted as a cub in 2023, lid removed in 2025!"
What We Know
The claim states that a bear was first spotted as a cub in 2023 and that a lid was removed from its neck in 2025. According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR), a black bear was indeed first observed with a plastic lid stuck around its neck in 2023 via trail camera footage. At that time, the bear was identified as a cub. The DNR reported that the bear had been living with the lid for approximately two years before it was finally captured and the lid was removed on June 2, 2025 (Michigan DNR, AOL).
Analysis
The evidence supports the claim that the bear was first spotted as a cub in 2023. The DNR's report confirms that the bear was seen on a trail camera in 2023, and it was indeed a cub at that time (Michigan DNR). The timeline of events is corroborated by multiple sources, including the DNR and local news outlets, which detail the bear's capture and the removal of the lid in June 2025 (Free Press, WHMI).
However, it is important to note that while the bear was first seen in 2023, the claim does not specify the exact month or day of the sighting, which could be relevant for precision. The bear's capture and the subsequent removal of the lid occurred two years later, aligning with the claim that the lid was removed in 2025.
The sources used in this analysis are credible, as they come from official wildlife management reports and reputable news organizations. The DNR is a reliable source for wildlife-related information, and the reporting by local news outlets has been consistent and factual.
Conclusion
The claim that a bear was first spotted as a cub in 2023 and that a lid was removed from its neck in 2025 is Partially True. While the core elements of the claim are accurate, the lack of specific details regarding the initial sighting could lead to some ambiguity. Nonetheless, the overall timeline and events described are supported by credible sources.
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