Black Bear in the Croatan National Forest Near New Bern NC

by Bob Decker

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Black Bear in the Croatan National Forest Near New Bern NC

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Bob Decker

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This photo shows and American Black Bear that has taken refuge in a tree from the scary photographer. While there is a very healthy population of bears in eastern North Carolina, they are quite shy and seeing one in the wild is somewhat rare. In this image the wild animal stares into the camera with its lovely eyes. The subject is framed in the green of the forest.

So this morning I headed off to the Croatan National Forest for a bit of nature photography. My primary goal while hiking in the Craoatn National Forest between New Bern and Pollocksville NC was to shoot some wide-angle, landscape images, but I always keep an eye out for macro, bird and wildlife opportunities. As a habit when walking I have my long telephoto lens attached to my camera in case I encounter an interesting bird or animal. Taking the time to switch lenses for a close-up or wide angle shot takes a bit of time. But with such subjects you have time. Wildlife encounters, on the other hand, are usually quick with no time to fumble around changing to the correct lens.

The other thing I do while hiking is make it a point to look all around. To the front... to the side... down... and, often overlooked, up. You might stumble on an exposed root or slip a bit on a loose rock by not looking down, but if you watch your step instead of your surroundings you may miss a truly golden opportunity. This image is a case in point. This handsome Black Bear is high in a tree.

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June 17th, 2020

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