These are fantastic Greg. I love looking at your posts. These guys are cute as can be. You got some great poses here. Those cute little guys and then they become the size of mom. How long does it take for them to become full size? #19 is super cute with the little ones in formation right behind mom.
Dave_E wrote:
These are fantastic Greg. I love looking at your posts. These guys are cute as can be. You got some great poses here. Those cute little guys and then they become the size of mom. How long does it take for them to become full size? #19 is super cute with the little ones in formation right behind mom.
Dave
Thank you Dave, I really appreciate the kind words. I'm not 100% sure but I beleive it takes 5-10 years before they become full size.
An absolutely incredible set of images, each one of these are a winner. You've shared images that a good many of us would never see out in the wild.
Louie
That would not be a photo shoot for me, that would be a life affirming interaction! Wonderful captures of the essence of cub-hood. You can post image heavy stuff like that any time AFAIC.
Super nice set Greg! Love the log crossing #12 shot.
It looks like she didn't mind you hanging around with them based on all the various terrain you have in your images. I don't know Grizzly behavior as well as I do Black bear, but I've found most moms with cubs don't mind as long as you keep your distance and give them their space. Although I've had a couple give me the "3 step charge" a few times. I think that was due to the early summer heat and bugs had them irritated already.
Stunningly cute these cubs are Greg! Wow you had a great adventure with them. Must have been thrilling to be there and see them. Sweet set, all are entertaining