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21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Eyes on the Prize

On my way home from a hike, I thought there was a trash bag in the trees. I have lived 20+ years in New York and have never seen a bear here. Luckily, that all changed a year ago. A little cub was making his/her way up the tree in search of food. It was a beautiful moment.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Long Lake, New York, United States of America
Camera: Canon EOS RP
Copyright: © Alex Bonacio