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Native Californian, biologist, wildlife conservation consultant, retired Smithsonian scientist, father of two daughters, grandfather of 4 small primates. INTJ. Believes nature is infinitely more interesting than shopping malls. Born 100 years too late.

Sunday, April 15, 2012

Black bear



This image of a young black bear is from the Chimineas Ranch, taken at set 551.2 last November.

Craig checked the camera in mid-March. The cams are often inaccessible in the winter, so its a long haul. But we've gotten over 4 months of battery life using 2 external D cells.

Twelve days after the camera was set the bear climbed the outcrop to reach the bait and eyed the camera.

Craig still has a few cameras to check in the back country at Chimineas, and  soon I'll also be checking the cameras in Humbolt County, as well.

9 comments:

JK said...

That is a lot of battery life. What caused the corners to be dark? A shift of the camera in the case? Looking forward to seeing some more Chim images and the tree voles in Humbolt.

Laura said...

What a handsome fellow.

sell my house said...

The young black bear and the wild environment is wonderful.

Camera Trap Codger said...

Jake, You figured it out. The camera was tilted and must have slipped.

randomtruth said...

And, you've also nicely documented one of the 2 Toyon on the ranch!

Denis said...

what kind of bait was used to attract the bear. Tha's a good looking bear

Denis

Camera Trap Codger said...

The standard bait for the Cal Fish & Game carnivore survey ay Chimineas is canned cat food or canned mackeral.

PIR Sensors said...

Jake, You figured it out. The camera was tilted and must have slipped.

Anonymous said...

One of the most beautiful nature's pics I have ever seen!
The healthy youg bear, his position, and the green bush on the left contrasting with the browns and greys on the right...
Chapeau, maestro! (And thanks to the bear, too)
Fabio - Italy