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Mama bear and cubs cross a river

In Images by Matt Shetzer

Mama bear and cubs cross a river

A bear takes its kid cub across a shallow Alaskan river. Alaska, with its wide-open spaces, plentiful prey, and frequent snowmelt, is the perfect habitat for brown bears. Bears travel many miles in a single day.

This wildlife photo was taken at Lake Clark National Park and Preserve in Alaska during summer 2014, on a guided wildlife tour and photography workshop led by professional photographer Matt Shetzer.

Stock Image #20140715-111438

Mama bear and cubs cross a river was last modified: February 21st, 2018 by Matt Shetzer