Although I've seen very young cubs, they have always been at a distance, but never has one so young come so close, absolutely gorgeous. This was from the fourth and last tour I did in the archipelago of Svalbard.
Thanks to those who posted or viewed on the last posting.
Apologist those who have already seen this image a while back in another format.
Steve
Subject: Young Polar bear (Ursus maritimus)
Location: Svalbard
Camera: Canon EOS-1D X Mark II
Lens: EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM HH
*Exposure: 1/250s at f/8 ISO1600 EV +1.33
Original format: Portrait, very slight crop from the top
Processed via: LRC 9.4 & PS2020
* Took my eye off the ball on this, as the EV went up, SS went down!