Daily Mail report, Beachgoers in Destin were taken aback when they realized a bear appear on the beach.
In the city of Destin, located in the Panhandle region, vacationers witness the black bear in the surf on a hot Sunday with temperatures reaching 80F.
The video was recorded and shared by beachgoers and posted on social media. Following the video share the black bear took a dip in the Gulf of Mexico, swiftly emerged from the water, and made its way onto a bustling beach at speed.
While the bear was swimming in the ocean, a woman's voice could be heard off-camera joking, 'I guess he's on vacation, too!'.
The video quickly went viral, The sighting shocked which surprised many. however, Captain Chris Kirby, from Charter Boat Backlash had witnessed similar incidents in the past. He shared with AI.com:
''It's not uncommon. There are a lot of bears at Eglin Air Force Base. They swim across the bay. Sometimes they go for a joy swim.
'Everybody's just got cellphones now and they get pictures.'
According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) statement, young bears like the one observed in Destin can leave their mothers during this time of year to explore 'unexpected areas' of a new habitat.
According to the FWC, bear cubs may also venture into the Gulf to find food. It is not unusual to see a bear swimming in the shallows of a crowded beach as they make their way to barrier islands in search of food
FWC also stated that during this time of year, bears observed in Destin are beginning to venture beyond their mother's territory. They may appear in unforeseen locations as they explore and try to find a new home.
Watching the video below:
