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Bear-deterring “Monster Wolves”sold out in Japan

Gail P Sherman
May 19, 2026
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Japan has a growing bear problem, and one deterrent is so popular that it has sold out. A Hokkaido company has been selling “Monster Wolves” since 2016 to help combat the problem. As seen in this video, the $4000 solar powered animatronic scarecrows are absolutely terrifying, with flashing red eyes and screams that can be heard a half a mile away.

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