15.2.2023 – Photos by Pat Waldron and Sheila Baker
Flocke is happy knowing his sons are doing fine and are living close to her even if they don’t live with her. She has all the reason to be proud of them and she certainly is proud of her lovely daughter who still lives with her.
Tala has been a self confident polar bear girl since she was a small cubbie. She never hesitated to challenge her bigger brothers.
The keepers in Antibes gave her a nick name – Rasputina because she’s as lively and powerful as her father Raspi.
Flocke is admiring her playful daughter. It looks like the birds have established a fan club for Tala.
Tala seems to be very particular about her looks and wants even her mama look like a white polar bear lady.
Mama, you really need a bath! What will the visitors say if they see your muddy-look!
OK! Better now, my child?
Tala always finds ways to entertain herself so Flocke can have time for herself.
She’s an expert in transporting things from A to B … or even further. 🙂
Steeple chase is no challenge for her either! 🙂
Who needs paws when you have a useful nose? 🙂
As we know the female polar bears are the queens and the males are the kings. However, it’s usually the queens that rule in the enclosures. If Tala will be introduced to a male bear I’m sure she will immediately show who’s in charge. 🙂
A tender moment between a mother and her daughter
That’s it for now but we’ll be back soon!
Dear Pat
Tala is Rasputina!! I find that a delightful pet name 💖
Tals is a very beautiful princess.
Flocke is a very beautiful queen.
I am so happy that the two bears are getting along well and can stay together.
Thank you , dear Pat for this adorable pictures and your your wonderful words.
Hugs,
Anita
Dear Pat and Mervi
Thank you for this report about Flocke and Tala. The pictures take me to them and the words explain this wonderful couple.
Dear Mervi,
the nickname for Tala suits this tough young bear well and Flocke and her Raspi are rightly proud of their gorgeous kids.
Pat and Sheila, the photos are great and it is such a joy to see the bear family so chipper. Hopefully Flocke and Tala will continue to get along so well so they can stay together for a long time to come.
Many thanks for the beautiful contribution to Mervi, Pat and Sheila with dear greetings!
Britta-Gudrun
Dear Pat and Mervi!
I am very glad to see Flocke and Tala. Flocke is a very good mother. She is proud to watch her powerful daughter.
Hugs
Ludmila
Dear Pat, dear Sheila and dear Mervi!
Tala is a beautiful young polar bear lady, courageous, fun-loving, curious and playful. It is fortunate that Flocke can continue to live with her daughter. Both have a beautiful winter coat, whether they prefer it white or tinted….
Tala really takes after her father and Rasputina is a fitting nickname for her.
A potential partner should dress warmly!
I especially like the photos where she shows what play possibilities are in buckets and canisters.
Thank you for this lovely update!
Hugs
Anke
Thank you very much dear Mervi, Pat and Sheila.
Best wishes to Flocke and Tala.