A diving brown bear catches salmon in Brooks River, Alaska (00000059)

Diving brown bear catching salmon in Brooks River, Alaska

Description: The brown bear (Ursus arctos horribilis) is an impressive underwater specialist that inhabits the waters of Brooks River in Alaska. With incredible skill and speed, it dives for salmon, particularly sockeye salmon and red salmon, to catch its prey. Its success rate is remarkably high, making it a captivating subject for nature and wildlife photographers.

Location: Alaska/Katmai, Brooks River, USA

Date of Capture: 07.07.1997