With rising black bear sightings across Connecticut—and increasing interactions between wildlife and residents—the legal landscape around these powerful and protected animals is more relevant than ever. Whether you’re a law student, practitioner, policymaker, or found bears eating your garbage (it happens!), understanding bear law is key to navigating the balance between public safety and wildlife protection.

UConn Law Library has created a comprehensive Connecticut Animal Law Research Guide that includes valuable resources, legislation, and case law addressing everything from pet custody disputes to livestock protections. But one especially timely section you won’t want to miss is our curated content on black bear law in Connecticut.

This section offers:

• Links to state statutes and regulations about bear feeding, hunting restrictions, and nuisance complaints

• Recent headlines and case developments related to bear-human encounters

• Resources on proposed legislation, such as bear hunting bills and feeding bans

• Local government responses and public education initiatives

• Scholarly commentary and law review articles exploring animal law, wildlife ethics, and environmental concerns

Whether you’re researching a legal issue, writing a paper, or just trying to understand what your rights and responsibilities are when a bear visits your backyard—this guide is your go-to resource.

Visit the guide now: Connecticut Animal Law Research Guide

If you have questions or need help navigating the guide, contact the Law Library’s reference staff. We’re here to help!