Nature and civilization collide once again as lost black bear sprints across South Florida street

Video captures a Florida black bear darting across a busy Naples road near I-75 as South Florida Everglades development pushes wildlife out.

Nature and civilization collide once again as lost black bear sprints across South Florida street

TL;DR

  • A black bear was seen running across a busy street in Naples, Florida, near Interstate 75.
  • The incident occurred in a relatively densely populated metropolitan area, not a remote location.
  • Naples is located near large sections of the Florida Everglades.
  • Increasing development in South Florida, particularly on Everglades land, is leading to more wildlife venturing into suburban areas.
  • This trend is expected to continue, potentially creating dangerous situations for both humans and animals.