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This female polar bear just emerged from her den in Wapusk National Park, Canada. It was extremely cold and windy and she was keeping her cubs close to her at all times. It was a privilege to photog

This female polar bear just emerged from her den in Wapusk National Park, Canada. It was extremely cold and windy and she was keeping her cubs close to her at all times. It was a privilege to photograph these amazing creatures in their environment.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 03.2013
Date Uploaded: 11.2013
Photo Location: Canada
Camera: NIKON D800E
Copyright: © Michelle Valberg