For the record a bear attack is always offensive. The sow may be defending a cub but the attack is offensive. A bear only defends a moose carcass from other bears. A bear that tries to steal a hunter's moose is making offensive moves. Many bear attacks are never reported because they are "tagged". It is much easier to tag the bear than report a DLP. Since 1980, I have had thousands of close encounters. I have been attacked by 9 bears. One black, 1 grizzly and 7 brown bears. That would make up about 5% of what John studied. He never contacted me and 2 were DLPed. I can tell you for a fact that used tampons attracts bears. Burn them ladies. Do not carry them out and do not put in the outhouse. Throw'm in the river. Ted Spraker and the BOG have done a lot for increasing moose populations in many areas areas and the best tools is the bear baiting hunter who does it for free. Thanks Ted. When F&G did it near McGrath, it cost $5000/bear. I believe in .375 mag. Experts, stats,.. haha; right.