Description
Learn not only about brown bear biology and behavior but also about the dramatic and often controversial return of grizzlies to the lower 48 states. These lovable but immensely powerful creatures strike awe in anyone who beholds them. Although they often appear to be gentle giants when viewed from a distance, these beautiful and resilient creatures must be treated with respect.
Daryl Ratajczak is a wildlife biologist working for the Bureau of Land Management. He obtained his degree in wildlife management and managed a black bear rehab, research, and education facility located outside Great Smoky Mountains National Park. He worked for the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency and served as the big game program coordinator, managing the state’s deer, bear, and elk programs, eventually becoming the chief of wildlife and forestry for the state of Tennessee.