Despite a Broken Jaw, “Chunk” Is This Year’s Fattest Bear

Smithsonian Magazine

Chunk’s injury will permanently affect his ability to fight and hunt, but he “proved immediately adaptable” in the face of his injury, according to his official bio on Explore.org. He changed how he eats and adjusted his behavior to avoid some confrontations with large male bears.

“Chunk used his determination and adaptability to persevere through injury. He will need that ability indefinitely. His broken jaw is a permanent disability that will never return to normal,” his bio reads. “Resilience in the wake of pain and conflict is written on Chunk’s face.” More

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