Young Brown Bear catches a tasty Salmon at Brooks River, Alaska (00001066)
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Description: The young Brown Bear, also known as Ursus arctos horribilis, has skillfully caught a juicy salmon. These scenes often unfold at Brooks River in Katmai, Alaska. It is fascinating to watch the bear catch the fish with great dexterity and then settle down on the shore to enjoy its delicious meal. Salmon are an important food source for Brown Bears, and they are adept fishermen who learn this skill from a young age.
Location: Alaska/Katmai, Brooks River, USA
Date of Capture: 08.07.1997