GADSDEN, Ala. —

It looks like Steven Ballard in Gadsden may have a new neighbor.

He sent this video to First Warning Chief Meteorologist Jason Simpson, saying he saw the black bear on Tuesday from his deck and front yard.

Ballard said they have heard trash cans turn over before and described the bear as "not timid or aggressive, but obviously a wild animal."

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An adult male bear’s home territory can be as large as 40,000 acres, according to The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF). And during the spring and summer, they increase their range dramatically looking for females. Experts say that's why most sightings happen this time of year.

They are also opportunistic feeders and will eat what is available - both natural and m

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