Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Collection (#8)

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, cubs playing, one in the water and the other on the pack ice
Polar bear cubs playing on pack ice, frozen coastal plain, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, cub on the pack ice of the frozen coastal plain, 1002
Polar bear cub on pack ice of frozen coastal plain, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

polar bears, Ursus maritimus, walking at sunrise on the snow-covered pack ice of
Polar bears, sunrise on the pack ice of the 1002 Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, in an open lead of the pack ice, 1002 coastal plain
Polar bear in pack ice, 1002 coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, spread out on the pack ice of the frozen coastal plain
Polar bear, pack ice of the frozen coastal plain, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, at sunrise on the pack ice of the frozen coastal plain
Polar bear at sunrise on pack ice of coastal plain, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, silhouette at sunrise on the pack ice of the frozen coastal plain
Polar bear silhouette at sunrise, pack ice, coastal plain, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, cub playing on the pack ice of the frozen coastal plain
Polar bear cub on pack ice of coastal plain, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, pulling its head out of a hole in the ice, at sunrise
Polar bear pulling its head out of a hole in the ice, sunrise, 1002 coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, rolling on its back on the pack ice of the frozen coastal plain
Polar bear on pack ice of the coastal plain, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

green-winged teal, Anas crecca, pair on the 1002 Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

common eider, Somateria mollissima, male, 1002 coastal plain of Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

common eider, Somateria mollissima, pair in the 1002 coastal plain of Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

greater white-fronted goose, Anser albifrons, walking on the frozen 1002 Coastal
Greater white-fronted goose on 1002 Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

common eider, Somateria mollissima, eggs and nest, 1002 coastal plain of Arctic
Common eider eggs and nest, 1002 coastal plain of Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

american wigeon, Anas americana, on the 1002 coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

sandhill crane, Grus canadensis, adult with chick, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Sandhill crane adult with chick, 1002 area, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Brooks Range, North Slope, Alaska

rock ptarmigan, Lagopus mutus, in fall colors, central Arctic coastal plain, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

short-eared owl, Asio flammeus, North Slope of the Brooks Range, central Arctic coast
NA, USA, Alaska, short-eared owl, Asio flammeus, North Slope of the Brooks Range, central Arctic coast of Alaska

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, climbing out of the water onto the pack ice of the frozen
Polar bear on pack ice of frozen 1002 coastal plain, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, fresh tracks on the pack ice of the 1002 coastal plain
Polar bear tracks on pack ice of the 1002 coastal plain, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

landscape of the 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge with the Brooks Range mountains, Alaska

sandhill crane chick, Grus canadensis, chick in the 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

caribou, Rangifer tarandus, with newborn calves, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Caribou with newborn calves, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Brooks Range, Alaska

red fox kits, Vulpes vulpes, on their den in the 1002 area of Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

red fox kits, Vulpes vulpes, in the 1002 area of Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

snowshoe hare, Lepus americanus, changing into its summer colors, south side of the Brooks Range, Alaska

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, sows with cubs on the frozen 1002 coastal plain, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, standing on the snow-covered pack ice of the frozen 1002 coastal plain
Polar bear standing on the pack ice of 1002 coastal plain, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

muskox, Ovibos moschantus, bull on the central North Slope of the Brooks Range, Alaska

pacific loon, Gravia pacifica, with a fish in its beak on the central Arctic coast
NA, USA, Alaska, pacific loon, Gravia pacifica, with a fish in its beak on the central Arctic coast of Alaska

pacific loon, Gravia pacifica, on the central arctic coast of Alaska
NA, USA, Alaska, pacific loon, Gravia pacifica, on the central arctic coast of Alaska

gyrfalcon, Falco rusticolus, juvenile getting ready to fly, North Slope of the Brooks Range
USA, Alaska, gyrfalcon juveniles, North Slope of the Brooks Range

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, sow with cubs on snow-covered pack ice of the unfrozen Arctic ocean
Polar bear sow with cubs on pack ice of Arctic ocean, 1002 coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

Juvenile Arctic Ground Squirrel Feeding (Spermophilus parryii) - Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

Northern Sweet Pea (Hedysarum boreale) - Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

Dall Sheep (Ovis Dalli Dalli) group with a lamb traversing rocks on a steep cliff - Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

Caribou cross the icy Kongakut River as they migrate to the Arctic plain - Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

Caribou (Rangifer tarandus) emerge from the Kongakut River - Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

Empty Oil Barrels in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

USA, Alaska, Alaska North Slope, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Musk ox bulls standing in snow (Large format sizes available)

USA, Alaska, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Musk ox bulls standing in snow (Large format sizes available)

North America, USA, Alaska, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Wildflowers cover the mountainsides above the Kongakut River

NA, USA, Alaska, Alaska National Wildlife Refuge, Kongakut River Valley. Wildflowers carpet an alpine hillside

NA, USA, Alaska, ANWR, North Slope of the Brooks Range, Arctic Coastal Plain, verdant green rolling tundra

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Alaska, North Slope, Brooks Range, Musk oxen with calf

Franklin Mts. Brooks Range across Schrader Lake, July, 1990, in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Alaska

Franklin Mts. from the west shore of Peters Lake, ANWR, Alaska, July 1990

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The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska is a breathtaking sanctuary for wildlife, offering glimpses into the fascinating behaviors of its inhabitants. In this vast expanse, we witness the majestic Musk Ox as they engage in an intense display of dominance, their powerful heads colliding with force. These bulls assert their authority, reminding us of the raw power that exists within nature. Meanwhile, a playful Polar Bear juvenile rolls around on the pack ice, relishing in its wintry playground. Shaking off snow from its fur with sheer delight, it reminds us of the joy and freedom found amidst these icy landscapes. Another curious Polar Bear investigates a camera lens hood on the frozen expanse of pack ice – a reminder that even these magnificent creatures are intrigued by our presence. As three Musk Oxen gracefully walk along the Alaskan Arctic's riverbanks, they embody resilience and adaptability in this harsh environment. Their sturdy frames navigate through challenging terrains effortlessly. On barrier islands outside Kaktovik, Polar Bears stand tall on hind legs - an awe-inspiring sight that showcases their strength and curiosity. A young bear balances precariously on hind legs at Bernard Spit while another sow stands elegantly against a backdrop of snow-covered terrain. A female Polar Bear guards her two precious cubs on a barrier island outside Kaktovik – symbolizing maternal love and protection amidst this unforgiving wilderness. Silhouetted against a setting sun at Bernard Spit, another bear captures our imagination with its beauty and grace. In yet another enchanting moment captured by photographers' lenses, a spring cub sits upright on hind legs at Bernard Spit – showcasing both vulnerability and resilience simultaneously. The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge serves as an invaluable sanctuary for these incredible creatures who have adapted to survive in one of Earth's harshest environments, and is here that we witness nature's wonders unfold before our eyes – reminding us to cherish and protect this fragile ecosystem for generations to come.