Lions of Timbavati

[Cath2020]

I'm just thinking about those lions that waited and bided their time due to having less than ideal partners or being in more competitive areas or overcoming many obstacles from the time they were cubs, have triumphed in the end... The unrelated Thandi Impi Males, where Sizanani was well over 8, finally sired many offspring!  Not only that, his direct bloodline is now in multiple prides: the Nharus, Mbiris, and Othawa Prides.  Dreadlocks had to wait until probably at least 10 to mate and have offspring his coalition can protect, so that they have a better chance at surviving.  The Nk Male is 7 (turning 8 at the very end of the year) and is still solo and it's definitely not too late for him.  There is no reason to rush and chance injury/death by challenging more mature males too quickly.

And look at Jack!  He's not rushing in his reserve.  It can take a long time, years, to finally be able to be a pride male.  Be careful, grow slowly and bond with your coalition partner, and then make a strategic move.  

It's not a race to the top, like some rabid fans think.  All males are different, with different obstacles to overcome.  

Maybe the Y. Avoca Male can have a second chance and grow into a prime male.  He almost got caught and paid a heavy price. Reply