Mike, I believe you & I have exchanged numerous snide sarcasms, critical presumptions of knowledge & geography, & too many unnecessary personal asides. I'd like to extend an apology/olive branch for criticizing you, your field of work, your knowledge, your passion & the years you've dedicated to your chosen profession. We Irish have always been active participants in the cultural traditions of sarcasm, wit, self-assuredness & verbal pugilism, but loosening it upon an internet stranger was an unacceptable offense for which my mom would chastize. There are some very enlightening studies and in-depth research that has been ongoing at Brooks Falls/ Dumpling Mountain/Katmai for a number of years. They focus not only on the identification, DNA, behaviors, social hierarchy, habituation & cub mortality rate of the approximately 80-120(#'s fluctuate year to year)Brown Bears that return yearly in June for the Sockeye Salmon Run; but the ecosystem as a whole. Explore.org Katmai Bears Brooks Falls