Chunk the Brown Bear Crowned Champion of Fat Bear Week Amidst Adversity

Chunk, the brown bear, has been crowned the champion of this year's Fat Bear Week, demonstrating remarkable resilience despite competing with a broken jaw. Garnering nearly 100,000 votes, Chunk's victory at Katmai National Park highlights public interest in wildlife and underscores the importance of conservation efforts. This year's event saw record participation, celebrating the bears' preparation for hibernation and inspiring many with Chunk's story of perseverance.