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A FUR-MIDABLE BOND! A pair of 3 month-old lion cubs cuddle up together, taking a rest in the shade from the swarm summer sun. The pair were observed in the Greater Kruger National Park, South Africa.
Wildlife photographer, Charlie Lynam, 66 said, “The cubs were resting with the pide and Mum was having a nap before hunting begins around dusk. Lions are always affectionate and form very close emotional bonds. These cubs were very playful.”
“Shortly after, the peace was shattered by the elephant that came along. He separated the cubs from the mother and there were a few tense moments when the cubs faced the elephant alone. He eventually walked away, causing no harm, the mother and aunts came for the cubs.”
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When and where were these shots taken? Greater Kruger National Park, South Africa, date is in the meta dataThe papers often ask for specific dates and locations and we would need to be able to provide this information upon request.
How old roughly are the cubs (if you know) approx 3 months Is it common to see cubs? Not common but not rare either
Can you describe what is happening in these images? It’s late afternoon, they are resting with the pide and Mum is having a rest before hunting begins around dusk Is this more affectionate behaviour normal to see? Lions are always affectionate, they have a very close bond. Cubs are v playful
Can you give us an insight into the moments leading up to this as well as directly after?Leading up - no! I arrived and there they were. The peace was shattered by the lelphant that came along. He separated the cubs from the mother and there were a few tense moments when the cubs faced the elephant alone. He eventually walked away, causing o harm and tmother and aunts came for the cubs.
How were you able to capture these images?from my safari vehicle
Is there any more information/quotes you would like us to include? Use your poetic license
2024-10-03
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