# Bear sightings on Italy's Asiago Plateau

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/bear-sightings-on-italys-asiago-plateau
> Updated: 2026-08-18T20:58:46.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

A young male bear, potentially identified as M123, has been roaming the Asiago Plateau and surrounding regions in Italy for several months. The animal has been sighted in areas including Campanella di Gallio, Valstagna, and Cima Vezzena, moving between the Trentino and Vicenza regions.

While the bear has been observed eating raspberries and does not currently appear to be targeting livestock, local alpine farmers have expressed concern for their livelihoods. The animal was previously linked to the killing of two goats in Enego in late May. Authorities, including Provincial Police Commander Gianluigi Mazzucco, are monitoring the situation and tracking the bear's movements to confirm its identity.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-18: Marsican brown bear spotted near Roccaraso, Italy

A young male Marsican brown bear has been sighted near Roccaraso and Pietransieri in Abruzzo, sparking local interest following previous high-profile bear encounters in the area.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marsican-brown-bear-spotted-near-roccaraso-italy

### 2026-08-15: Bear sightings on Italy's Asiago Plateau spark concern for farmers

A young male bear, possibly M123, is roaming Italy's Asiago Plateau, causing concern for local farmers after previous livestock attacks in the region.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bear-sightings-on-italys-asiago-plateau-spark-concern-for-farmers

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