Eli5: Why do grizzly bears leave humans alone if they pretend to be dead?
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I’ve never had “the pleasure” but have read stories and heard one first hand account of playing dead. They will likely not see you as a threat but they don’t EXACTLY leave you alone either. They will sniff, swat and push on you and your life may well depend on your ability to not react to any investigative injuries you might endure. A 600 lb. bear claw can do some damage even if not intended. My friend said he almost gagged and barfed at the bear’s breath as it was smelling around his face.
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