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Shot on 8mm film in 1959, this vintage home movie captures a large brown bear walking across concrete steps in a zoo enclosure. The bear moves past weathered logs, sniffing and investigating the ground as it searches for food. The footage shows the animal's natural behavior in a man-made habitat, with a stone wall in the background and a distinct purple color cast typical of aged film. The grainy texture and soft focus add to the nostalgic, archival quality of this classic wildlife footage.
No recognizable people, logos, or music are flagged. Lower-risk for commercial use, subject to your own review.
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