22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Arctic Bond
The bond between a mother and her cub polar bear is like nothing else. Over the next 2 years, this young 6-month-old cub will be inseparable from his mother, relying on her and mimicking her every move until he is ready to live a solitary life of his own. Standing here together, the mother vigilantly assessing any dangers, while the cub feels completely safe by her side.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 07.2024 |
| Date Uploaded: | 12.2024 |
| Photo Location: | Norway |
| Camera: | ILCE-7M4 |
| Copyright: | © Michael Stavrakakis |