On Tuesday morning, Grouse Mountain greeted their two resident grizzly bears, as they eagerly emerged from hibernation at the Peak of Vancouver.
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This concludes Grinder and Coola’s 18th hibernation period at the Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife.
The two grizzly bears were dormant for 128 days. Wildlife rangers once again monitored Grinder and Coola via an infrared camera placed in their hibernation den and the live feed was shared with the public on the Grouse Mountain website.
“It’s always a pleasure to welcome Grinder and Coola out of hibernation and watch them playfully explore their habitat”, said Dr. Ken Macquisten, Refuge Director and Veterinarian.
“Hibernation through the winter is a natural way for Grizzlies to conserve energy during a time of low food availability. The annual awakening of the massive male Grizzlies signals the onset of spring and summer adventures and we welcome all guests to visit these magnificent animals at the Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife”.
The now 18-year-old Grizzly bears Grinder and Coola are regarded as two of the most popular residents at the Peak of Vancouver. They originally came to Grouse Mountain’s Refuge for Endangered Wildlife in 2001 when they were rescued after being orphaned during separate incidents in Bella Coola and Invermere.
Below are more adorable photos of Grinder and Coola after they woke up from hibernation:
All photos have been provided by Grouse Mountain Resort.
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