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TIGERALERT: Black Bear Sighting
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 9:21:27 AM
TIGERALERT:
In the predawn hours this morning, Princeton University Public Safety received reports that a black bear was walking in the area of Cannon Green.
Black bears by nature tend to be wary of people.
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has tips on black bears available at https://dep.nj.gov/njfw/bears/
These tips include:
Never feed or approach a bear.
Remain calm if you encounter a bear. Avoid direct eye contact, which may be perceived by a bear as a challenge. Never run from a bear. Instead, slowly back away.
To scare the bear away, make loud noises by yelling, banging pots and pans or using an airhorn. Make yourself look as big as possible by waving your arms. If you are with someone else, stand close together with your arms raised above your head.
If the bear does not leave, move to a secure area.
Report black bear damage or nuisance behavior to the DEP's 24-hour, toll-free hotline at 1-877-WARN DEP (1-877-927-6337).
While not common, black bears have previously been reported in the Princeton area, particularly in the late spring timeframe. There have been other recent sightings in surrounding municipalities.
We remind all community members of the general safety tips listed below listed on our website: https://publicsafety.princeton.edu/safety/safety-security
Report suspicious behavior or activity immediately by calling the Department of Public Safety at 9-1-1 or by using any blue light emergency phone located throughout campus.
Stay alert and tuned in to your surroundings. Be aware and prepared.
Trust your instincts, and if you do not feel comfortable in a place or situation, leave.
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