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    Judy Lynn Malloch
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    This was taken on a recent trip to Alaska. Along the Katmai Penn. there were many opportunities to photograph the Kodiak Coastal Brown Bear which is the largest bear in the world. It was such an exciting time to be able to experience the interaction between mother and cub. These bears are grizzlies but of a larger species than the inland bears which feed on grasses etc. while the coastal have the opportunity to feed on fish. These images have had very little cropping. In fact sometimes the bears where just too close for a 600 mm. Had I known how close I might have thought twice about going !!!! I am only kidding but it definitely was an experience of a lifetime.

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    1/1250, F8
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    Hi judy
    very nice .Good capture.I realy like action cub.They are lovely.
    Thanks for sharing this image.
    Asad

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    Adorable image Judy. I like that the second cub is just peeking out from being the one "attacking" mom. Visiting the bears in Katmai is definitely a wonderful experience. You can just feel the power of these guys as they walk by you. Something everyone should experience at least once!

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    Judy, I love the interaction you were able to capture and share with all of us! Beautiful details and a really nice cute pose by the one cub.It was nice of you to give the information with your post.TFS.

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    That mama bear is HUGE....I love the interaction captured here. That cub is standing erect...just like a human..neat !

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    Excellent timing Judy.

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    Wonderful scene and I am glad you got to experience it! Must have been incredible. Thanks for sharing.

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    what a great momnet well captured here, loved the way baby is interacting with Mom,
    wonderfull peak-a-boo pose by another cub
    Outstanding image IMHO
    TFS

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    Wow what a great interaction image. The cubs are adorable. What a great trip you must have had. A bit different from Florida! Your exposure and detail are excellant.

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    Beautiful image of my favorite subjects. I like the cub hanging on mom's muzzle. It's always amazing to me how gentle they are with spring cubs. Lovely job, Judy!

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    I bet mamma bear would not let you do that :)

    What a precious moment and nicely captured too :)

    Tell

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    Lovely interaction. It must have been a treat to watch it. Thanks for sharing.

    Cheers,
    Sabyasachi

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    Katmai is like all "once in a lifetime" experiences - once is just not enough!

    I like this image very much - the interaction is a real delight, framing and technicals all seem spot on.

    Thanks for sharing,

    Gerald

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    Wonderful shot Judy Lynn. Love the moment captured and the little one peeking is just such a nice touch. WD!

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    Great interaction here Judy.. Love it.

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    Judy this is just the best!!! The interaction just makes this OTT for me!! Very big congrads!!

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    Wonderful behavior shot, Judy. And the second cub just puts it over the top!

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