JOURNAL ARTICLE

FIGHTING FOR SURVIVAL.

  • Published In: Week Junior: Science + Nature, 2025, n. 92. P. 4 1 of 2

  • Database: Science Reference Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on the phenomenon of Fat Bear Week at Katmai National Park in Alaska, where brown bears, such as the notable bear 480 Otis, are celebrated for their weight gain before hibernation. During this time, bears can consume up to 40 kilograms of food daily, a behavior known as hyperphagia, to prepare for a long winter nap, during which they may lose a significant portion of their body weight. The event encourages public engagement through voting for the largest bear, with last year's winner being a female bear named 128 Grazer. This annual celebration highlights the bears' unique feeding habits and the importance of their survival strategies. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Week Junior: Science + Nature. 2025/10, Issue 92, p4
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2517-6013
  • Accession Number:188138544
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