Dangerous Encounter: Brown Bears and Salmon at Brooks River Waterfall (00000944)
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Description: Brown bears, also known as Ursus arctos horribilis, concentrate at the Brooks River waterfall. These majestic animals pose a significant threat to the salmon that must navigate the waterfall to reach their spawning grounds. The brown bears can be seen everywhere, both above and below the waterfall. Some of them even dive to catch their prey. In addition to the bears, wolves, foxes, eagles, and other birds are present, all aiming to feed on the salmon. The scene at Brooks River waterfall is a fascinating interplay of predators and prey in the wild nature of Alaska.
Location: Alaska/Katmai, Brooks River Falls, USA
Date of Capture: 07.07.1997