Jennifer Gold, Polar bears of Svalbard (ANIMAL & NATURE 2023)

I was fortunate to visit Svalbard this year and have the opportunity to observe and photograph beautiful polar bears from a zodiac. The conditions were sometimes foggy but patience was rewarded. A zoom lens meant the bears space and environment was respected.

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