Deer in Spring Landscape

Black Bear in Maryland

Currently, Maryland has a breeding population of black bears in the 4 westernmost counties (Garrett, Allegany, Washington, and Frederick), with the highest bear densities found in Garrett and western Allegany counties. Although evidence of a breeding population is confined to the western 4 counties, DNR receives several bear sightings and complaints in central and southern Maryland counties each year.

Black Bear Project Annual Report

DNR Invites Wildlife Artists to Enter 17th Annual
Maryland Black Bear Conservation Stamp Design Contest

2012-2013 Maryland Black Bear Contest Winning entry
Winning entry for 2012-2013: Hey Mama, Me Next by Judy Schrader

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