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February in Ecuador is a special time of the year. It’s when the Spectacled Bears have just had their young, making it the perfect time to photograph them with cubs.

Photographing the Spectacled Bear, the only bear species native to South America offers a unique and rewarding experience for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers alike.

These elusive creatures, also known as Andean bears, inhabit the dense cloud forests and mountainous regions of the Andes. Private reserves in Ecuador provide one of the best chances to photograph these unique animals.

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