Capturing wildlife photography is an exhilarating pastime with something new to experience during every outing.
This stunning creature was once hunted nearly to extinction.
As the name suggests, this animal looks like a bulbous cross between an elephant and a seal.
Males set up residence in the area around late November.
Females arrive in December and give birth the next month.
Babies stay in the area another three or four months.
Always followlocal rules and recommendationsfor safe manatee viewing.
North Carolina for Black Bears
Black bears are present throughout 60 percent of North Carolina.
While these animals make for stunning wildlife photography, its important to treat these encounters with care.
Always keep at least 150 feet away from black bears.
This is the time to use your zoom features and get your wildlife photography from a respectful distance.
Your presence should never cause the bear to change his path or pattern.
There are large populations around the Chesapeake Bay area.
The breeding population was at a low of just 44 pairs in 1977.
In 2004, the number was up to 390 pairs and wasestimated to top 500 pairs in 2010.
Grab your camera and enjoy a patriotic and none too uncommon sight.
Utah for Elk
Head to Hardware Ranch in northern Utah to spot thousands of Rocky Mountain elk.
Take part in wagon rides in the summer or sleigh rides in the winter.
The visitor center here will help you become better acquainted with these creatures as well.
With so many stunning viewing opportunities, great photos are readily available.
Alaska for Caribou
Caribou are readily identifiable by their massive antlers.
Both the males and females of this species display these eye-catching antlers.
For a majestic view with stunning lines and stately carriage, this animal is a great choice.
Wildlife photographers will find caribou throughout Alaska, distributed through 32 herds.
Denali National Park is a beautiful starting point for caribou as well as other wildlife viewings.
Wyoming for Bison
Bison are readily visible in many parts of Grand Teton National Park.
you’re free to see them grazing around Mormon Row and Snake River most of the year.
This guest article was contributed by Mandi Rogier who writes regularly on travel topics throughout the United States.
