A 500kg brown bear named Chunk has triumphed in Fat Bear Week 2025, showcasing remarkable resilience after recovering from a broken jaw. The competition, held annually at Alaska's Katmai National Park, celebrates bears best prepared for winter hibernation. Chunk's victory, secured with a significant lead over rival bear 856, highlights his ability to adapt and fish despite his injury. Rangers and voters alike lauded Chunk as an inspiration, emphasizing the bears' capacity for recovery and survival.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.