“Do lions develop a taste for specific prey species?” I was asked this question during a safari, while we watched a pride of lions feeding on an elephant carcass. The elephant had probably died of old age and the lions, known for their scavenging, had picked up the scent of the carcass. I’ve observed lions… Continue reading Elephant Killers
Category: Life of Lions
Lions will always be on top of the must-see list for visitors to Africa. Many visitors will be fortunate to see these great creatures of the wilderness, but most people will only observe these lazy predators sleeping in the shade. In this chapter, I share some of the most memorable moments I’ve had with lions.
Killing for survival
The lioness got up from the elephant carcass and walked towards the waterhole. She was soon followed by two others. As the first lioness reached the water she charged the flock of turtle doves drinking at the waterhole, managing to snare one as the doves scattered in flight. The other two lionesses ran at their… Continue reading Killing for survival