7 Crazy Wildlife Encounters In Alaska That Were Way Too Close For Comfort
By Courtney|Published March 05, 2017
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Living and loving life in Alaska, Courtney enjoys living a happy life based on simple principles; work hard, be kind, stay humble. She is an avid dog lover with hobbies that include running, fly fishing, hiking & snowboarding.
In Alaska, wildlife encounters are pretty much an everyday norm. Massive moose stroll casually down the roadways as we make our way through our daily commutes. Curious bears stroll through the city lights while migrating caribou offer spectacular roadside views. Even solitary creatures like lynx can be found snooping around on our back porches.
Although the breathtaking, stoic wildlife is one of the things that makes Alaska so special, sometimes the encounters can be a little too close for comfort. Just check out these fascinating stories featured below and you’ll completely pick up on what we’re putting down.
1. Kayakers accidentally paddled right into a pod of breaching humpback whales.
Watch the incredible video footage now by clicking HERE. Kudos to Discovery for being in the exact right place at the exact right time. This unexpected encounter turned absolutely epic when the film just so happened to be rolling and the gigantic humpback whales started shooting up out of the water in the most awe-inspiring fashion.
2. The insane bull moose fight that took place in a suburban Alaskan neighborhood.
Watch the incredible video footage now by clicking HERE. This is one of those rare wildlife encounters that you'll never get tired of watching. We just can't believe how great the camera person did at capturing the whole thing on video! Watch as two huge bull moose fight during rut season in a suburban neighborhood in Alaska's largest city of Anchorage. You are guaranteed to be blown away.
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3. The epic black bear police chase that will forever go down in Alaskan history.
Watch the incredible video footage now by clicking HERE. This incredible video might be a little too close for comfort, but man oh man will it make you smile! Watch as the curious black bear takes a tour of downtown Anchorage while a police cam catches the entire thing on video.
Watch the incredible video footage now by clicking HERE. Holy smokes! If this doesn't give you instant chills, we don't know what will. This is just, WOW! Way too close for comfort. Thankfully the skilled outdoorsmen in the raft knew exactly how to respond in a quick and assertive manner, or they would have had to fight for their lives. This just goes to show you that you should always be prepared for anything before going into Alaska's remote backcountry.
5. Fisherman feeding huge bald eagles scraps of fish in Dutch Harbor.
Watch the incredible video footage now by clicking HERE. Have you ever gotten up close and personal with one of the largest bird species on the planet? If not, it's pretty much one of the most incredible experiences that you'll ever have. These stoic animals are even more enchanting in person. However, you won't be able to contain yourself from getting a little terrified as you look at how huge and sharp their beaks and claws are.
6. The massive grizzly bear that gets just inches away from an onlooker.
Watch the incredible video footage now by clicking HERE. If you've ever been to a bear viewing camp, you likely know just how neat these kind of attractions can be. But every so often a wild encounter happens that leaves your jaw dropped all the way down to the floor. What happens in this incredible footage will have you screaming in amazement.
7. Glorious humpback whales spotted bubble feeding in Prince William Sound.
Watch the incredible video footage now by clicking HERE. Oh my goodness! If you can make it through this without oohing and ahhing, we will be completely surprised. This is one of the most spectacular displays of wildlife in their natural environment that we've ever witnessed.
