Orphaned Monrovia bear cubs on path back to wild after state euthanized their mom

Two orphaned bear cubs from Monrovia, whose mother Blondie was euthanized in March, are making progress toward release into the wild. - The 4-month-old brothers have transitioned to an outdoor habitat at the San Diego Humane Society's Ramona Wildlife Center.

- They are now feeding independently on solid foods like fruits and leaves, after being spoon-fed formula by staff wearing bear masks. - The euthanasia of their mother sparked outrage and inspired state legislation (SB 1135) to mandate nonlethal solutions to human-wildlife conflict.

The cubs' progress offers hope for their eventual release and highlights ongoing efforts to reform wildlife management policies.