Black Bears

Find out why black bears are making a comeback in Texas, with sightings on the rise.

After many years on the Endangered Species list, the population of the Louisiana Black Bear is now strong enough to merit a hunting season on them

The environmental and animal-rights activists are concerned that the bears will become targets for hunters, even though the state hasn't held a bear hunting season since 1988

The infraction could carry a punishment of 120 days in jail and a $950 fine, plus up to $10,000 in civil restitution for the bear's value.