The Wildlife team rescued a brown bear in the Gatipora area of District Shopian. According to officials, the bear had moved down from the higher hilly areas in search of food and was seen roaming in the nearby apple orchards. Wildlife Officer, said that sightings of brown bears in this region are rare, as they usually live in mountainous forest zones. However, due to shortage of natural food, they sometimes enter human settlements. The team safely captured the bear and will release it back into a suitable forest area. Locals appreciated the timely action.