Bear 402

A Brief History of Bear 402

Sow (female)

Bear 402 was first identified as an subadult back in 2001 and was thought to be a 1st year cub in 1998. During her life, 402 had 8 litters of cubs (2004, 2007, 2008, 2011. 2013, 2015, 2018, 2022). Twice 402 would have litters of 4 cubs, (2015, 2018). Sadly on September 30th, 2024, Bear 402 lost her life. She was killed by Bear 469. Throughout her life she produced 22 cubs.

First Seen: 2001 as a subadult

Last Seen: September 30th, 2024 (Killed by Bear 469)

Brown Bear 402 with her cubs along the bank of Brooks River in Alaska

Bear 402 walks her 4 cubs along the edge of Brooks River on July 26th, 2018. This was taken from the center of Brooks River with a member of the Bear Management Staff acting as guide.

Canon 5D Mark IV & 100-400 IS II US (241mm)

1/500th; F7.1; ISO 2500