a) Kodiak Island

Kodiak Island in Alaska is famous for its large brown bear population. The Kodiak bear, a subspecies of the brown bear, is native to this island and is one of the largest bears in the world. Kodiak Island’s diverse and abundant ecosystem provides an ideal habitat for these bears, with rich salmon streams and plentiful vegetation. The island attracts wildlife enthusiasts and photographers from around the world who come to observe and study these magnificent creatures in their natural environment.