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RussianiZoofari Chat: Bear Awareness Days, Polar Bears
Posted at 11:19 am April 23, 2008 by Dennis Corbran
Senior keeper Kelly Murphy talks about what its like to be a polar bear keeper and the bears’ distinct personalities. Hosted by Debbie Andreen.
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Listen to Kelly’s previous chat, Breeding Season at Polar Bear Plunge…
Read Kelly’s blog, Dining with Polar Bears…
Watch the bears daily on Polar Cam…
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April 30th, 2008 at 9:51 am
I just found this! Wonderful! Thank you for all the information! I was not aware that they had a pool in their bedroom, so it is nice to know the bear(s) who are inside for a while can still have some swim time! I loved hearing about the carrots and yams, and everyone’s swimming techniques! They are such a joy to watch and always entertaining, indeed! From watching on the cam I have also noticed that Kalluk seems to prefer having somene in the water with him, and if the female doesn’t go in, he is apt to get out and try to chase them in, or knock them in! And then he belly flops on top of them, which gets playtime going strong! Wonderful podcast!
May 1st, 2008 at 6:33 pm
This is such a cute picture! I wonder who this is??? I just love the clear, HUGE paw!
Moderator’s note: That’s Kalluk and his paw.
May 10th, 2008 at 7:36 pm
Enjoying a lovely view of two bears asleep in one of the mulch beds, with a red toy in front and lots of snow around them! What a fun picture and a happy day! I wonder what they are dreaming of!!
May 11th, 2008 at 2:57 pm
I’ve got two questions.
are you guys going to make another place for the the polar cam?
Do you think your ever going to get a baby polar bear?