Species: Alaskan Brown Bear | Location: Katmai National Park, United States
Sitting on a log along a creek on the coast of Katmai National Park, we were lucky enough to have these two adult brown bears walk past us on the beach. They hardly glanced at us as they ambled by. In a place where people don't hunt, but just quietly observe these bears, they often just see us as part of the landscape allowing for intimate encounters. Of course, we were with a guide who ensures the safety of the people and the bears. This image highlights the enormity of their feet.