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Jimenez
Over the years,Fat Bear Weekhas grown into a thrilling competition.
And now, the champion of the 2023 competition has been revealed.
Photo: NPS Photo/F. Jimenez
On her way to first place, she has even subverted the river hierarchy usually ruled by male bears.
Katmai National Park, which runs the contest, announced her win onInstagram.
Congratulations to 128 Grazer, our 2023 #FatBearWeek champion!
Photo: NPS Photo/F. Jimenez
Though she may be blissfully unaware of her new title in this imaginary competition, her success is real!
It’s a competition where all the contenders are winners.
And when her size has not been enough, she has resorted to being ruthless and aggressive.
Photo: Courtesy N. Boak.
In the end, she defeated the runner up, 32 Chunk by a landslide108,321 to 23,134 votes.
After sleeping through the winter, they’ll lose about a third of their body fat.
But come spring, they’ll triumphantly emerge next year, ready to do it all over again.
Photo: NPS Photo/F. Jimenez
The champion of the 2023 Fat Bear Week has been announced.
This year, a brown female bear known as 128 Grazer has been crowned the winner.
Photo: Courtesy N. Boak.
Photo: NPS Photo/F. Jimenez
And when her size has not been enough, she has resorted to being ruthless and aggressive.
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