Spring has sprung and the beautiful weather has led to Grouse Mountain’s resident Grizzly bears emerging from their winter hibernation.
Grinder and Coola recently went into their 15th hibernation period at the Peak of Vancouver, a refuge for Endangered Wildlife.
The two bears spent 146 days in winter dormancy and were monitored by staff using infrared cameras placed in their hibernation den. The live feed was also shared with the public on Grouse Mountain’s website. Both of them appear to be shy but spend a lot of time with one another.
“It’s wonderful to witness Grinder and Coola excitedly emerge from their 15th hibernation period”, said Dr. Ken Macquisten, Refuge Director and Veterinarian. “The annual awakening of the massive male Grizzlies signals the coming of summer adventures and we are very pleased to once again invite our guests to visit us at the Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife.”
Grinder and Coola first joined Grouse Mountain’s Refuge for Endangered Wildlife in 2001. Prior to that, both were orphaned during separate incidents in Bella Coola and Invermere.
Both Grizzlies are 15 years old and ironically spent their birthdays during this recent hibernation period. Happy be-lated birthday Grinder and Coola!
Image via Grouse Mountain
