New mother, cubs found in bear census

The biologists wrapped the mother bear's head with a knit cap to keep her warm while they inspected the cubs. Researchers sedated the mother bear for safety, as they get very protective -- and potentially violent -- when humans approach their young.
The biologists wrapped the mother bear's head with a knit cap to keep her warm while they inspected the cubs. Researchers sedated the mother bear for safety, as they get very protective -- and potentially violent -- when humans approach their young.
(Mark Wilson / Globe Staff)