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Indian farmers dress up as bears to protect crops from monkeys

Al Jazeera Human InterestNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete March 16, 2026 at 06:37 PM
Indian farmers dress up as bears to protect crops from monkeys
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In northern India, farmers are employing an unusual tactic to protect their crops from monkey raids. Faced with increasing complaints of hundreds of monkeys invading homes and farmlands, the farmers have begun dressing up in bear costumes. This strategy aims to deter the monkeys, who are reportedly frightened by bears. The initiative was reported on March 16, 2026, as a response to the ongoing problem of crop damage caused by the primates. The farmers hope that the bear disguises will effectively scare away the monkeys and safeguard their livelihoods.

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Farmers in northern India are dressing up in bear costumes to protect their crops from monkeys.

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Residents complain of hundreds of monkeys raiding homes and farmlands.

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northern India 70% Indian farmers 80% India ×290%

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monkeys 100% bear costumes 90% farmers 80% crops 70% protect crops 70% farmlands 60% india 60% unconventional strategy 50%

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India

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