The high-stakes autumn feast that fuels a grizzly's survival

Fantastic Fish Feast for a Group of Grizzlies | Earth's Great Seasons | BBC Earth · 3:55 · Video: BBC Earth · Watch at the source

In short: Watch how heavy autumn rains trigger a massive migration of salmon, creating a critical window of opportunity for a group of hungry grizzlies. This footage captures a pivotal moment in the cycle of survival.

During the autumn season, heavy rains cause rivers to overflow, allowing salmon to travel upstream to their original birthing places. This migration provides a vital feast for grizzlies, who must stock up on calories before the onset of winter.

The video is part of a series exploring how seasonal transformations dictate the challenges of wildlife. While summer offers abundance, autumn serves as a final, desperate window for animals to breed, grow, and accumulate the energy needed to endure the dramatic conditions of the coming winter.

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