Three Bear Cubs Take a Stroll Through a Yucaipa Backyard
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- June 22, 2026
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Unexpected visitors: bear cubs wander into a Yucaipa home, sparking curiosity and caution
A trio of bear cubs was caught on video exploring a suburban backyard in Yucaipa, California, prompting neighbors to call wildlife officials and reminding everyone that nature can show up where you least expect it.
It’s not every day you see a bear cub padding around a front lawn, but that’s exactly what happened on a quiet Yucaipa street last week. A resident, who wishes to remain unnamed, caught three fluffy cubs sauntering through his backyard and shared the footage with ABC7.
The video shows the little bears nose‑to‑nose with garden tools, sniffing at mulch and even pausing to look directly at the camera, as if they knew they were being filmed. Their coats were a buttery brown, and despite the suburban setting, they moved with the confident gait of wild animals.
Neighbors, startled yet fascinated, called the local wildlife agency. “We’ve never had bears that close to a home before,” one homeowner said, chuckling nervously. Authorities arrived quickly, assessing the situation and making sure the cubs weren’t in immediate danger.
Bear experts say the cubs are probably still with their mother, who likely ventured out in search of food and left the youngsters to explore. “It’s not unusual for mother bears to bring their cubs into peripheral areas of their range,” explains a biologist with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. “What’s unusual is the proximity to a residential property.”
For now, the cubs are being monitored from a safe distance. Officials are urging residents to keep pets indoors, secure garbage cans, and avoid approaching the animals. “You want to give them space, let nature take its course,” the biologist adds.
The incident serves as a gentle reminder that wildlife doesn’t always stay hidden in the woods. It can pop up in your own backyard, turning an ordinary afternoon into an unforgettable wildlife encounter.
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