Black Bear Food Habits at Yosemite National Park

Project ID: J9W88030008

Federal Agency: National Park Service

Partner Institution: University of Idaho

Fiscal Year: 2003

Initial Funding: $10,000

Total Funding: $10,000

Project Type: Research

Project Disciplines: Biological

National Park: Yosemite National Park

Principal Investigator: Wright, Gerry

Agreement Technical Representative: Thompson, Steve

Abstract: To examine seasonal diet composition of black bears foraging in the Yosemite Valley of Yosemite National Park. Correlate seasonal changes in diet and activities with park visitation. Compare diets to a 1981 pre-bear management plan diet study.

Deliverables:

• Final Report: Bear Element Assessment Focused on Human-Bear Conflicts in Yosemite National Park (Final Report)