A recent fatal black bear attack in rural Collier County has brought the complexities of human-wildlife coexistence into sharp focus, marking a tragic first in Florida's recorded history. The incident,

A man and dog were killed in a black bear attack May 5, 2025 in Collier County, Florida. It's the second bear attack this year. Both involved a dog.

The attack occurred in a rural area east of Naples, just south of Big Cypress Wildlife Management Area, authorities said.