Humans beings and wildlife can coexist if only the former adhere to certain rules and regulations being put out by experts.
However, in an unfortunate incident, a young black bear was euthanized in Oregon, USA, after it became too friendly with humans. Apparently, the bear had become familiar with people who were regulars in feeding him and also, taking selfies with him.

According to a CNN report, Oregon police received several calls regarding the bear who was frequently spotted near his favourite spot at an Oregon park.
Deputies are working to get this bear cub near Hagg Lake to go back into the woods… please stay away from the area near Boat Ramp A. pic.twitter.com/tI8m5yTbyk
— WCSO Oregon (@WCSOOregon) June 13, 2019
After being found surrounded by a pile of trail mix and sunflower seeds, which were reportedly left by passerbys, the Oregon police made the decision of euthanizing the bear by shooting him. Reportedly, the reason they gave behind this is that since the bear was so comfortable around humans, he could’ve been a threat to them later.
Rick Swart of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife told CNN,
The 100-lb bear was between 2 and 3 years old and could’ve been relocated if it hadn’t grown so accustomed to human contact.

Wildlife biologist Kurt Licence added,
This is a classic example of why we implore members of the public not to feed bears. While the individuals who put food out for this bear may have had good intentions, bears should never, ever be fed.
It is also illegal in Oregon to lure animals by scattering food or leaving behind garbage. To ensure safety for both humans and wild animals, wildlife officials advise residents to dispose off their garbage properly in bear-proof cans as the bears can fall sick if they ingest it.

People on Twitter expressed their disappointment over the euthanisation.
Wildlife biologists have killed the bear cub. My question is: why couldn’t it have been trapped and sent to a sanctuary?
— Neena (@TortieMom) June 14, 2019
At the very least it could have been sent to a zoo! Ridiculous! Of course it would become too friendly with humans they are clever animals and trust when people don’t hurt them. Now humans have broken that trust for the rest of the other bears that may have been aware of this😡
— Joelle Moreno (@Jo3ll3y) June 18, 2019
Some people wondered if this was the only solution to the problem.
I want to hear one reason. Tranquilizers are capable of putting literally any mammal on this earth to sleep for relocation. It’s a lie.
— Trey Shirley (@TreyShirley831) June 19, 2019
Some people were quick to call out the human beings who were responsible for the bear’s death.
So if it’s dangerous for animals for humans to feed them and it’s dangerous for humans if they feed animals I think the best solution to protect animals and humans is not to shoot the bears. The humans will simply feed another bear. Nothing is gained. Arrest the human lawbreakers
— Christie MacFadyen (@ChristieMacFad) June 17, 2019
I hope next time they will consider other options. This bear should have been taken to a sanctuary. I don’t like zoos but even a zoo would have been better than just killing the bear. #bear
— Elizabeth Montague (@zabmo) June 17, 2019
Especially a cub. He may have just lost his mama, and then this happens.
— Neena (@TortieMom) June 18, 2019
The real problem, though, is human encroachment on the wilderness. Where can the wild ones live? We are already entering a sixth extinction period.
I hope next time they will consider other options. This bear should have been taken to a sanctuary. I don’t like zoos but even a zoo would have been better than just killing the bear. #bear
— Elizabeth Montague (@zabmo) June 17, 2019
It left some people feeling very heartbroken and angry about the whole situation.
This innocent bear was still a baby and there are several things that could have been done . Where is the punishment for the people that cost him his life. I dont believe that was the only option. Stay out of thr bears habitat. Relocate people. Just heartbreaking
— Wendylee Moore (@WendyleeMoore1) June 18, 2019
WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU PEOPLE?!?!?!?!?! You could have put him in a SANCTUARY!!! You could have used this as an EDUCATIONAL experience in a refuge! NO EXCUSE!! How do you sleep at night? WE ARE NOT THE ONLY LIVING BEINGS ON THIS PLANET!!! SHAME ON YOU! DISGUSTING! MURDERERS!
— Danielle Diamond (@daxdiamond) June 18, 2019
The poor cub didn’t have to lose his life over decisions human beings were making.