North Slope Collection

USA, Alaska. Caribou of the Porcupine Herd on the North Slope crossing the Sag River near Prudhoe Bay

USA, Alaska. Fall colors in the tundra on the Dalton Highway to Prudhoe Bay on the North Slope

Porcupine (Erethizon dorsatum) on tundra. North Slope, Alaska, USA. September

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) curious subadult along a barrier island in autumn, Beaufort Sea, off the 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) juvenile spreading body weight over thin newly forming pack ice, trying not to break through, Beaufort Sea, off the 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge

muskox, Ovibos moschatus, newborn calf walks on the coastal plain of the North Slope
muskox newborn calf on the coastal plain of the North Slope of the Brooks Range, Alaska

Sukakpak Mountain, Brooks Range, Alaska, USA
Sukakpak Mountain reflects on a lake, surrounded with fall foliages, Brooks Range, Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, Arctic Alaska in autumn; Alaska, United States of America

Brooks Range and Kuyuktuvuk Creek Valley, Gates of the Arctic National Park & Preserve, Alaska, USA
Brooks Mountains and Kuyuktuvuk Creek Valley in fall colours under blue sky. Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, Arctic Alaska in autumn; Alaska, United States of America

Kuyuktuvuk Creek, Gates of the Arctic National Park & Preserve, Alaska, USA
Kuyuktuvuk Creek and Brooks Mountains in fall colours under blue sky. Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, Arctic Alaska in autumn; Alaska, United States of America

A Foggy Sunset Over The Arctic Ocean Illuminates Icebergs On A Calm Evening; Barrow, North Slope, Alaska, United States Of America

Doyon Oil Rig 14 on the road moving to another drill site in the Prudhoe Bay Oil Field, North Slope, Arctic Alaska, Winter

Oil Pipelines With Gathering Center 1 (Gc1) In The Prudhoe Bay Oil Field, North Slope, Arctic Alaska, Summer

The Liberty Oil Rig In The Prudhoe Bay Oilfield On The North Slope, Arctic Alaska, Summer

Dwarf Fireweed And A Caribou Antler Laying On The Tundra Along The Sagavanirktok River With The Franklin Bluffs In The Background, North Slope, Arctic Alaska, Summer

Arctic Tundra & Cotton Grass Summer Scenic North Slope Alaska

Evening Light On Brooks Range With The Chandalar River Meandering Through Colorful Tundra In The Foreground, Gates Of The Arctic National Park & Preserve, Arctic Alaska, Autumn

Sunset Lighting Brooks Range At Chandalar Shelf, Viewed From Atigun Pass Between Gates Of The Arctic National Park & Preserve And Arctic National Wildlife Refuge With Dalton Hwy And Pipeline Cutting

Scenic View Of Brooks Range, Dietrich River And The Dalton Highway, Gates Of The Arctic National Park & Preserve, Arctic Alaska, Autumn

Red Fox (Vulpes Vulpes) Resting On Melting Snow On Arctic Tundra, Early Spring, Arctic Coastal Plain, North Slope, Northern Alaska; Alaska, United States Of America

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Young Bear Rests On The Newly Frozen Pack Ice, Beaufort Sea, Off The 1002 Area Of The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Curious Young Bear Along Bernard Spit, A Barrier Island, During Fall Freeze Up, 1002 Area Of The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Young Subadult Travels Along Snowy Bernard Spit, A Barrier Island, During Fall Freeze Up, Off The 1002 Area Of The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Curious Young Boar On The Newly Frozen Pack Ice, Beaufort Sea, Off The 1002 Area Of The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Curious Young 2 To 3-Year-Old On Newly Formed Pack Ice Along The 1002 Area Of The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska, Beaufort Sea

Dunlin Standing In Tall Sedge Grass On Arctic Tundra North Slope Alaska Summer

Musk Oxen Stands On Snowcovered Ground With The Central Compression Plant Facility In The Background On The North Slope, Prudhoe Bay Arctic, Alaska, Spring

Pomarine Skua flying on the tundra, North Slope, Point Barrow, Alaska, United States

King Eider (Somateria Spectabilis) swimming on the tundra, North Slope, Point Barrow, Alaska, United States

Long-tailed Skua (Stercorarius Longicaudus) standing on the tundra, North Slope, Point Barrow, Alaska, United States

Arctic Skua (Stercorarius Parasiticus) flying on the tundra, North Slope, Point Barrow, Alaska, United States

Lapland Bunting (Calcarius Lapponicus), on the tundra, North Slope, Point Barrow, Alaska, United States

Long-tailed Duck (Clangula Hyemalis), group resting on the tundra, North Slope, Point Barrow, Alaska, United States

Arctic Skua (Stercorarius Parasiticus) standing on the tundra, North Slope, Point Barrow, Alaska, United States

Pomarine Skua flying on the tundra, North Slope, Point Barrow, Alaska, United States

muskox, Ovibos moschatus, cow with newborn, North Slope of the Brooks range, central arctic coastal plain, Alaska

arctic fox, Alopex lagopus, coat changing from summer to winter, 1002 coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

A group of penguins standing together on banks of Nigu River

Large bull caribou in the process of shedding their antler velvet and preparing for the fall rutting season migrate across the Arctic Coastal Plain on the North side of the Brooks Range

USA, Alaska, North Slope. Aerial of Ivishak River and tundra. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

USA, Alaska, North Slope, Franklin Buffs, snow and ice covered Arctic river
USA, Alaska, North Slope, Franklin Buffs, snow covered river

USA, Alaska, North Slope, first snow at Brooks Range and Kuparuk River
Yellow willow is growing beside the river, Aug 2005

ARCTIC NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, ALASKA. USA. Scarlet foliage of bearberry on tundra in autumn
USA, Alaska, ANWR, North Slope, Scarlet foliage of bearberry, autumn tundra. Mount Chamberlin and Romanozov Mountains

North America, USA, Alaska, 1002 Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
USA, Alaska, 1002 Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Small drifts of snow made hard by blizzard winds

red fox, Vulpes vulpes, in fall colors along the central North Slope of the Brooks Range, Arctic Alaska

muskox, Ovibos moschatus, newborn calf on the central Arctic coastal plain, North Slope of the Brooks Range, Alaska

full moon over Gates of the Arctic National Park, North Slope of the Brooks Range, Alaska

muskox, Ovibos moschatus, bull on the central Arctic coastal plain, North Slope of the Brooks Range, Alaska

muskox, Ovibos moschatus, cow and newborn calf on the central Arctic coastal plain, North Slope of the Brooks Range, Alaska

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The North Slope of Alaska, a land teeming with breathtaking wildlife and stunning landscapes. Here, on the central Arctic coastal plain, a majestic muskox named Ovibos moschatus roams freely alongside its adorable newborn calf. The sight of this cow and her precious offspring is enough to warm even the coldest hearts. Not far from here, on the North Slope crossing the Sag River, we witness another incredible spectacle. The Caribou of the Porcupine Herd embark on their annual migration, gracefully traversing through this untamed wilderness. As they make their way across the river near Prudhoe Bay, it's as if nature itself applauds their resilience. As autumn arrives in this remote corner of America, vibrant colors paint the tundra along Dalton Highway to Prudhoe Bay. It's an awe-inspiring sight that reminds us of nature's ability to transform even seemingly desolate landscapes into works of art. In September, amidst this vast expanse known as North Slope, a curious Porcupine emerges from its hiding place onto the tundra. Erethizon dorsatum stands proudly against the backdrop of endless horizons and untouched beauty. Further north along Beaufort Sea lies an enchanting scene - a subadult Polar bear curiously exploring a barrier island during autumn. Its presence serves as a reminder that these magnificent creatures are intricately connected to this fragile ecosystem. Nearby, we find another young Polar bear spreading its body weight over thin newly forming pack ice - adapting effortlessly to survive in one of Earth's harshest environments. But not all wonders lie within Alaska alone; sometimes unexpected surprises await us elsewhere too. On banks of Nigu River stand penguins united in harmony – symbols of resilience and unity amidst adversity. Back on home soil at North Slope in Alaska once more - Large bull caribou prepare for winter by shedding their antler velvet while embracing the changing seasons.