Well, we finally captured our two young male Lions. After a few weeks hard work for all of us, Mike Toft, our veterinarian for this project, was able to dart both of them. They had to stay for three days in a boma (a large fenced in area to hold animals) for Mike to conclude blood tests for various diseases, which came all back negative = disease free Lions :-).
When the final day for their trip to the new home arrived 12 of Thanda’s guests were able to participate in a amazing “Lions hands-on” guest experience.
This is a picture record of this large cat departure!
The two boys ready for departure – Their faces show apprehension for the somewhat uncomfortable procedures ahead.
Mike darting the first male in the boma. The other one was very upset about this and took quite a while before the vet was…
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Wow what an amazing adventure for your guest.Not only to have great memories of a beautiful place, but to get in on the action.Awesome. Memories for a lifetime Love all the pictures especially the one with lady with her hand on his paws.Wish that was me! Have a Great One and a special thanks out to you for sharing, these wonderful pics.