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Norway, Spitsbergen, Sallyhammna. Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) adult next to a dead fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus) vertebrae on a rocky beach. Date: 14/04/2010
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Archipelago Balaenoptera Bone Carcass Carnivore Dead Decomposition Greenland Kazlowski Maritimus Nanook Physalus Sallyhammna Spitsbergen Steve Svalbard Threatened Ursus Vertebrate Vulnerable Whale
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Nature's Odd Couple - A Polar Bear and a Whale Bone Have a Rocky Beach Encounter!
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. In this photo, captured by the talented Steve Kazlowski in Norway's Spitsbergen, an adult Polar bear finds itself next to an unexpected companion - a massive dead fin whale vertebrae! Talk about an unlikely duo! With its snowy white fur contrasting against the rocky beach, the majestic Polar bear stands tall beside the remnants of this once mighty creature. It seems like even in death, the whale bone still holds some allure for our curious carnivore friend. As we delve into this snapshot of Arctic life, it's hard not to wonder what thoughts are running through their minds. Is Mr. Nanook contemplating his next meal or simply enjoying a momentary respite from his icy kingdom? And what secrets does that ancient vertebrate hold within its weathered bones? This image serves as a reminder of nature's intricate tapestry and how creatures great and small can find themselves intertwined in unexpected ways. From the vulnerable status of both species to their shared habitat in Svalbard archipelago, there is much more than meets the eye. So let your imagination run wild as you gaze upon this extraordinary photograph – where polar bears roam freely and even giant whales leave behind traces of their existence on these remote shores.
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