The 'Man or Bear' question emerged as a viral social experiment and cultural debate on TikTok and Twitter in early 2024. The prompt asks women whether they would rather be alone in the woods with a man they don't know or a wild bear. What began as a serious commentary on personal safety and the perceived predictability of animals versus humans quickly spiraled into a massive internet phenomenon. The meme is now used to highlight the nuances of the safety debate, express humorous preferences for wildlife, or mock the intense reactions the question garners across different social circles.