Yes, I did see nine Polar Bears. But what a thrill to see a Snowy Owl (Nyctea scandiaca). The Snowy Owl is one of the largest of the owl family. Due to the environment of the Artic - the extreme darkness and lightness, this magnificent bird has excellent eyesight. Their eyesight is essential in their need to hunt their prey, especially considering that the Snowy Owl is both a diurnal and nocturnal hunter. No photo can really capture the essence of again seeing such a spectacular species in its' natural environment - however, this photo is showing the owl flying over the rocky shore of the Hudson Bay (look to the bottom right).
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