Category: lion

Sometimes herbivores rather keep an eye on carnivores than running away from them. This evening a dazzle of Burchell’s Zebras were keeping an eye on our two dominant male Lions for quite a while before moving off in the opposite directions.

The Zebras never came close enough to trigger the Lions’ hunting/killing instinct, and as these larger cats were still full from a recent kill they were putting no effort into active hunting at this time.

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This little Lion cub got itself into a cozy and safe position right under its mom.

It and its siblings where most interested in the turning wheels of the Green Mamba (my game drive vehicle) and moved a bit closer every time I moved the car. As soon as I stopped they lost interest and ran after mom.

What a sighting!

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… is ideal for portrait work.

Yesterday evening my gorgeous model – one of Thanda’s dominant males – cooperated well!

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… often depends on the point of view.

In this case the Zebra was unlucky to be singled out by the Lioness, but it was lucky to escape the attack.

The Lioness was lucky to find some prey to hunt, but she was very unlucky to miss her dinner!

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When I looked at this Lion image this old saying came to mind!

Have a good weekend 😊

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New baby Lions at Thanda Safari – during last night’s game drive.

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In the language of the Zulus the words for ‘King’ and for a ‘male Lion’ are one and the same: iNgonyama

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It is very exciting when Lions pass a safari vehicle during a night drive.

The cats are used to this passing in the night, but for first time safari guests it is an incredible experience!

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