Bear 151 Walker

A Brief History of Bear 151 Walker

Boar (male)

Walker was first identified back in 2009 as a subadult, and was thought to be a 1st year cub in 2007. Walker is said to have gotten his nickname from the dark circles around his eyes, reminding people of a zombie.

First Seen: 2009 as a subadult; COY 2007

Last Seen: Current Season 2025

Bear 151 Walker stands along Brook River in Alaska

Bear 151 Walker, taken from the Riffles Platform area on July 10th, 2016. Walker made direct eye contact with me and gave me a “woof!” as he tensed his muscles.

Canon 7D Mark II & 100-400 IS II US (400mm)

1/500th; F8; ISO 2000