There is a world somewhere between reality and fiction. Although ignored by many, it is very real and so are those living in it. This forum is about the natural world. Here, wild animals will be heard and respected. The forum offers a glimpse into an unknown world as well as a room with a view on the present and the future. Anyone able to speak on behalf of those living in the emerald forest and the deep blue sea is invited to join.
Today mid-morning we witness a dramatic encounter of a 2 weeks old elephant and a lion. The young elephant walked towards a Balanite tree apparently looking for fruits, it didn't see an imminent danger of the lion who was sleeping under the shade. Quickly it started wandering around the tree and the lion saw the easy kill and started moving towards the young elephant. The mother realize the danger the baby was and moved quickly to safe the calf. Since the lion was not ready to attacked run away and slept not far from where the elephant and its calf were grazing. (photos by D.Aruasa)