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Black bear cubs are very curious and will inspect noises, objects and odors to determine if they are edible—or playable.

All bear cubs appear to be incredibly curious, and black bear cubs are no exception. However, this penchant for wanderlust and exploration can sometimes result in some thrilling—but not exactly welcome—adventures.

Watch the one-minute video below. Mother bear is frantic: three of her cubs have fallen inside a roadside dumpster. Luckily for these youngsters, some quick-thinking onlookers were able to come to the rescue!

Here’s to finding your true places and natural habitats,

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