The brown bear (Ursus arctos) is a species of bear distributed throughout the Northern hemisphere. Weighing up to 130–700 kg. The smallest subspecies is the European brown bear, with mature females weighing as little as 90 kg.
Digging and hunting: Claws are mainly used for digging. Unlike the claws of other large predatory animals such as lions or tigers, brown bear claws are not retractable, giving them a dull edge compared to the claws of other predators. When hunting, the brown bear uses its sharp canine teeth for neck-biting its prey. Brown bears, like tigers, ambush their prey with force.
Speed: In spite of their size, some have been clocked at speeds in excess of 56 km/h. Along with their strength and deceptive speed, brown bears are legendary for their stamina. They are capable of running at full speed for miles at a time without stopping. [Wikipedia]
This buddy was definitely about 2m high and - I am sure - must weigh about 300kg. I took him with a Canon 5D & Sigma 120-300/2.8 @ 132mm when my nephew threw peanuts to him. He was about 1,50m away from the lens.
1/2000s f/5.6 ISO 400
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