Mother polar bear and cub of the year, Alaska's Beaufort Sea barrier island. Canon 1D Mark IV, 500mm f/4L IS
Mother polar bears with cubs present some of the best photography scenarios largely due to the playful personalities of the young cubs. Born in January, these little cubs grow quite quickly and spend the time before heading out on the ice pack developing in ways that will help in their survival. On average, female polar bears give birth to twins, and why this mother only had one I’m not sure. Perhaps one did not survive, or perhaps she indeed only gave birth to one cub for some reason. One thing is certain, they are a lot of fun to watch, and as much fun to photograph.
