22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Tidal Flats

This female grizzly bear was out on the tidal flats searching for clams during the low tide. Clams are a vital part of the coastal brown bears diet here in Lake Clark National Park.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 09.2023
Date Uploaded: 12.2024
Photo Location: Anchorage, Alaska, United States of America
Camera: Canon EOS R5
Copyright: © LEIGHTON LUM