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Aurora, an 8-year-old female polar bear, plays with a plastic canister in a swimming pool
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Aurora, an 8-year-old female polar bear, plays with a plastic canister in a swimming pool
Aurora, an 8-year-old female polar bear, plays with a plastic canister in a swimming pool that was recently filled with water after the winter season, at the Royev Ruchey zoo in the suburb of Krasnoyarsk, Russia April 16, 2018. REUTERS/Ilya Naymushin
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In this photo, Aurora, an 8-year-old female polar bear, exudes pure joy as she playfully interacts with a plastic canister in a swimming pool. The image was captured at the Royev Ruchey zoo in Krasnoyarsk, Russia after the winter season had just ended and the pool was filled with water. Photographer Ilya Naymushin beautifully portrays Aurora's uninhibited happiness as she shakes off her cold surroundings and embraces the refreshing aquatic environment. Alone in her submerged playground, Aurora showcases her wild animal instincts while showcasing her creative use of objects around her. With no people present to disturb or distract her, she revels in this moment of fun and amusement. Her adorable antics are sure to melt hearts worldwide. This photograph not only captures a cute moment but also highlights how polar bears adapt to their natural habitat by utilizing available resources for entertainment and cooling off during warm weather. It serves as a reminder of the beauty of nature and wildlife that surrounds us. Ilya Naymushin's skillful composition allows for ample copy space around Aurora, emphasizing both her solitary existence and the vastness of nature surrounding her. This remarkable image encapsulates both danger and innocence within its frame - dangerous due to its portrayal of an apex predator yet innocent through Aurora's playful demeanor.
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