ursusont's Identifications
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Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus)Observer
scienceco_sbDescription
Copyright: Tommy Simonsen
Photos / Sounds
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Common Snapping Turtle (Chelydra serpentina)Observer
alexheffernanDescription
moved across hwy to wetland on other side
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Common Snapping Turtle (Chelydra serpentina)Observer
gary-jamesDescription
Was on the path when sited from a distance, basking.
Turned around and into the grass.
Rouge National Urban Park, Bob Hunter, Tallgrass Trek trail.
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Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus)Observer
akileeDescription
That afternoon, we moved to Phippsøya, the largest island in Sjuøyane, an archipelago north of Nordaustlandet, Svalbard. We got into the zodiac and disappeared into the fog. When the fog lifted, we discovered many pods of walruses surrounding us, moving together, fishing, and socializing. What fantastic beasts! We then turned a corner of the island and discovered a young male polar bear, less than three years old, passed out (snoring, maybe) on the snow. He woke up, slid down the slope to fetch the skin of an old seal carcass, then carried it back up the slope a bit to find a clean spot to enjoy his snack. He lay down and started nibbling on it. He seemed calm and didn't perceive us as a threat. We were fortunate to observe this behavior. These bears can become aggressive quickly, so I’m glad we didn’t disturb him.
It is such a privilege and a humbling experience to be in the presence of these magnificent beings!
JC Log: 17/07/2024 80.7060 20.9891 Phippsøya Polar Bear 1(male) 0 0 0 4(condition) 0 NA 0 alive 1 land
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