Year First Observed: 2009
Year Last Observed: 2025

Bear #128 “Grazer” is a large female brown bear first identified in 2009 at Brooks River in Katmai National Park and Preserve. She is recognized by her pale blonde ears and solid, robust build. Over the years, Grazer has become a well-known figure at Brooks River, regularly observed fishing in the riffles and establishing a consistent presence in the area. She has raised several litters of cubs successfully, demonstrating strong maternal behavior while navigating interactions with other bears. Grazer’s reliability and frequent appearances have made her one of the most familiar bears to observers and wildlife photographers at the river.

Grazer won Fat Bear Week in 2023 and again in 2024, and in 2025 she reached the semifinals of the competition, further highlighting her ability to accumulate significant fat in preparation for hibernation.

Fun Facts

• First identified in 2009 as a young subadult

• Known for her pale blonde ears and robust build

• Has successfully raised multiple litters of cubs

• Won Fat Bear Week in 2023 and 2024

• Reached the semifinals in Fat Bear Week 2025

• Considered one of the most frequently observed and well-known bears at Brooks River