Archive for the ‘Katmai’ Tag
Cypress Tunnel at Point Reyes National Seashore. Photo by Nick Steinberg. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 4/23/17.
Highly intelligent and resourceful, raccoons are one of the most widespread mammals in North America. They have adapted to live in forests, mountain areas, coastal marshes and even urban centers. In Native American legends, they are known as tricksters and mischief-makers. Their characteristic masks and dexterous paws make them seem cute and approachable, but never forget that they are wild animals. Photo by Gary Miller, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Posted on Tumblr by the US Fish & Wildlife Service, 3/15/17.
Green Tree Frog at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. Photo by Craig McIntyre. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 5/4/17.
When temperatures warm up and food is available, brown bears slowly begin to leave their dens. After 4-5 months of sleep and limited activity, male bears emerge first, usually from early to mid-March, followed by solitary females and females with yearlings or two year olds. The last to leave their dens are females with newborn cubs. Spring greens and winter carrion are first on the menu for these hungry bears. Photo of brown bears from Alaska’s Katmai National Park & Preserve by Gavin Danapong. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 4/21/17.
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Black-footed ferrets — agile creatures with masked faces and droopy whiskers — once roamed the prairies in 12 western states, stretching from Canada to Mexico. A pair of young black-footed ferrets in the wild. Photo by Ryan Moehring, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. From the US Department of the Interior Blog.
Find nature only miles from New York City at Jamaica Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Thanks to the millions of acres set aside just for wildlife, wild animals can stay just that: wild. Photo by Micael Fano. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 8/19/16.
Photo of Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska by Saurin Munshaw. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 9/5/16.
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A red fox in Katmai National Park. From the Park’s Facebook page.
A fawn in Shenandoah National Park. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 4/21/16.
This photo from Yellowstone National Park is from Ranger Neal, who says, “After living here for 927 days, 10 hrs & 17 min, a wolf finally walked into my frame at close range.” Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 4/8/16.
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After nearly disappearing decades ago from most of the United States, the bald eagle is now flourishing across the nation. Seeing this majestic bird is always a special treat. With a wingspan of 8 feet, watching them soar or hearing their distinctive call will stir your spirit. Photo of a bald eagle at Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve in Alaska by Bert van Macklenbergh. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 3/30/16.
The northern hawk owl is an especially dangerous predator if you’re a rodent, shrew or small bird. Hawk owls can spot their next meal from half a mile away, and have excellent hearing. From the top branches of a tall spruce tree, they can hear and locate their prey under a full twelve inches of snow. They hunt during both night and day, and typically do not occur in the lower 48. From the Park’s Facebook page.
Wolves are opportunistic animals and will make an appearance in populated areas from time to time, to capitalize on an easy meal. A wolf pack’s territory can range up to 1,000 miles, and they have been known to travel even further in pursuit of caribou herds. From Katmai National Park’s Facebook page.
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Mom & cub, captured on a bearcam in Katmai National Park. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 10/7/15.
A moose in the mist in Wyoming’s Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 10/22/15.
Skunks are known for their scent but usually only attack when cornered or defending their young. However, this iconic smell is not their first method of defense. A skunk will growl, spit, fluff its fur, shake its tail, and stamp the ground. If you miss those telltale signs then get ready to have a bad day. This pic was captured at Cokeville Meadows National Wildlife Refuge in Wyoming. Photo by K. Theule, US Fish & Wildlife Service. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 9/29/15.
collared lizard in Dominguez-Escalante National Conservation Area in Colorado. Photo by Bob Wick. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 10/21/15.
A hidden gem in the Badlands, Theodore Roosevelt National Park stretches across more than 70,000 acres of western North Dakota. The park preserves an area of land that profoundly impacted President Theodore Roosevelt — who protected approximately 230,000,000 acres of public land during his presidency. The park has become a beacon for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts with its abundant wildlife, scenic drives and miles of trails. Photo by Brad Starry. Posted on the US Department of the Interior blog, 10/19/15.
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Love this video shot from a Bearcam at Katmai National Park. To join the horde of us addicted to LIVE bearcam coverage, go here.
Mom is bear # 273 (some are named, some are numbered). The cub is known as Velcro.
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Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 8/20/15.
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Wonderful first person account of being a ranger in a National Park with more bears than people. Read Tim Downey’s blog about his experiences this summer. Great read!
The bears of Katmai National Park. From the Park’s website.
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