Play-fighting is Good!

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One of the developmental activities that cubs enjoy, in the wild or at ABR, is play-fighting.  As they spar with one another, they learn strategies that will be important as they grow.  They also develop their strength and agility.  Here is a sequence of photos that show a “cubby rumble” between Carrie and Jerry Bear.  They are well matched in size and strength.

Carrie and Jerry Bear

Carrie and Jerry Bear face off.

The cubs start to spar.

The sparring begins.

Cubs in a "hug" pose

A bear hug?

Carrie on top of Jerry

Carrie knocks Jerry down.

Carrie on top again.

Carrie seems to be winning.

The action didn’t stop here.  A moment later, they took their rumble into the pool.  Watch for the next installment.