The largest of our polar bears, Kalluk is both handsome and impressive to look at. He plays with and throws anything he can get his paws on. He often wears enrichment items like burlap sacks on his head. He came to San Diego with his sister, Tatqiq, in March 2001. Kalluk means “thunder.”
Tatqiq is our creative thinker. She is always the first to make up new games with enrichment items. Her favorite pastime is bird watching—or catching! She uses her charm and wit to boss around her much-larger brother. Tatqiq means “moon.”
Chinook is the leader of our trio. Her confidence and playful spirit endear her to both Kalluk and Tatqiq. Her enthusiasm for working with her keepers makes her a valuable member in our quest for knowledge about polar bears. Chinook means “wind.”
