Big Bend National Park in Texas. A mother bobcat perches in a mesquite tree with her large juvenile kittens, teaching them the ropes of feline life in the wilderness. A park employee captured this shot not too far from a park road. This family group was likely hunting from the tree where they would have a good view of passing rodents. But maybe they were just enjoying the view! Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 12/3/15.
This fox is diving for its dinner. Tracking mice under the snow, the fox will leap up and land on its prey, taking it by surprise. It’s an effective, and entertaining, performance. Just one of the many wonders you can see at Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 12/2/15.
Two baby foxes near the Bureau of Land Management field offices in Pocatello, Idaho. This area is home to the Blackfoot River, which flows through a desert canyon of sagebrush and juniper habitat that is great for hiking. Anglers can set-up camp at one of five small campgrounds, lining the shores of the Blackfoot River. Wildlife viewers will enjoy the area’s nesting golden eagles, prairie falcons, red-tailed hawks and great horned owls. Photo by Jeff Cundick. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 11/29/15.
Foggy autumn morning in Cataloochee Valley in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Photo by Brian Simpson. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 12/4/15.
Bears fishing at the falls in Katmai National Park & Preserve are an internet sensation, with Bearcams set up so adoring fans can follow the action live throughout the summer. From the Park’s Facebook page.