Hiker solves one of nature's most enduring mysteries

An intrepid hiker has captured this dramatic and disturbing image, conclusively answering a question that has haunted scientists for centuries.

Although researchers have long suspected that bears do in fact shit in the woods, this is the very first time that this strange phenomenon has been captured on film.

Shortly after this shocking picture was taken, a park ranger arrived with a shotgun and killed the out-of-control bear, citing concern for public safety.