Two bear cubs, approximately nine months old, were discovered dead in a protected area near Panagitsa, Greece. Local environmental group ‘Bear Bones’ reported the incident, leading to an investigation by forestry services and conservation organizations. Initial assessments suggest the cubs were shot, with one missing a paw and displaying a head injury. Tissue samples have been collected for DNA analysis. The death of these cubs highlights ongoing illegal hunting issues threatening protected species in Greece, prompting legal action from local authorities.