Portable stuffed wolf robot designed in Japan to drive away bears while hiking, fishing

A prototype of Monster Wolf Mini in the style of a keychain.

NAIE, Hokkaido (Japan): A metalworking company in Naie, Hokkaido, has developed a portable stuffed wolf that helps drive away bears and other wild animals with lights and sound.

The firm hopes it will be used instead of bear repellent bells when fishing or walking in the mountains.