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Grizzly Bears Monitored by Cameras in Alaska Study

2/1/2026

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Researchers at Washington State University and the Alaska Department of Fish and Game study a grizzly population on Alaska's North Slope with collar cameras to assess oil-field impacts.
Researchers outfitted twelve bears with cameras, revealing their feeding habits.
The bears consume carcasses, caribou calves, and vegetation such as blueberries.
The study will continue for two more years with plans to add collars to 24 more bears.

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Story summary

Researchers at Washington State University and the Alaska Department of Fish and Game study a grizzly population on Alaska's North Slope with collar cameras to assess oil-field impacts.
Researchers outfitted twelve bears with cameras, revealing their feeding habits.
The bears consume carcasses, caribou calves, and vegetation such as blueberries.
The study will continue for two more years with plans to add collars to 24 more bears.