Slovakia's Largest Bear Shot Dead by Conservation Team in Tatra National Park

Slovakia's largest bear was killed last year in the Tatra National Park by a conservation intervention team, sparking criticism from wildlife experts who question the handling of the situation. The bear was shot by park rangers whose mission is to protect wildlife. The trophy skull from the animal was later displayed at a park exhibition, raising further concerns about the appropriateness of the action. The Tatra National Park is Slovakia's oldest national park and a key protected area for the country's brown bear population, which is one of Europe's largest.