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February 15, 2026
BEAR DUNJA CAME OUT OF THE DEN: Here's What It Means When It Happens on Sretenje
On Sretenje, while winter still resists and mornings smell of frost, an old belief lives among the people, passed down from generation to generation.
TL;DR
- An old folk belief says that if a bear comes out of its den on Sretenje, winter is over.
- This belief symbolizes the transition from winter to spring, with longer days and stronger sun.
- In Belgrade Zoo, bear Dunja emerged from her den on Sretenje.
- A biologist noted that Dunja's behavior suggests good weather is coming, while other bears remain in their dens.
- The tradition involves the bear checking the weather; if it's sunny, it returns to its den, but if it's not, it stays out.
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