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RE: Lions of Timbavati - vinodkumarn - 11-02-2018

Credits: Smlani Bushcamp

The two Mbiri males taking a breather from relentless territory patrolling, it is amazing how much stability these two males have brought to the area, long may they reign as kings of the Timbavati.



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RE: Lions of Timbavati - Herekitty - 11-02-2018

It doesnt get much closer than this... catching up with one of the Machaton males. Credit: Sausagetree safari camp.

Image by Matthew Sussens.

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RE: Lions of Timbavati - Herekitty - 11-02-2018

Warriors of Umlani. Mbiris and Black Dam. Images by Greg McCall-Peat, November 2, 2018

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RE: Lions of Timbavati - Herekitty - 11-02-2018

Zigzag scar Mbiri. It is said that the big boy takes after Slit Nose Matimba. Not sure about that, but he continues to impress. Image by Maria Benaki, November 2, 2018.

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RE: Lions of Timbavati - Spalea - 11-03-2018

@Herekitty :

About #693: all beautiful warriors ! Soldiers, badass of the Timbavati...

RE: Lions of Timbavati - Herekitty - 11-03-2018

An early morning drink for one of the Mbiri males. Image by Luke Street at Tanda Tula, November 2, 2018

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RE: Lions of Timbavati - Herekitty - 11-03-2018

Big maned Mbiri acquires new coalition partner. Images by Ryno Vosloo (November 3) and Luke Street (October 27) at Tanda Tula.

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RE: Lions of Timbavati - Herekitty - 11-03-2018

Elephants scare Mbiri boys out of their slumber. Video by Ryno Vosloo, November 3, 2018



RE: Lions of Timbavati - Fredymrt - 11-06-2018

Credits to Kapama private game reserve

Kapama’s One-Eyed King

Story and photos by Ben Scheepers Buffalo camp
Posted on Nov 2, 2018 |

After a few days on safari, we had some good sighting of animals, with all of the Big 5 ticked off. The only animal that my guests still wanted to see was a male lion, to finish-off their successful trip to Kapama.
On their last afternoon drive, we were searching high and low to get a glimpse of the King. Everywhere we went, it seemed we just had no luck. We passed a waterhole with a terrific sighting of a large herd of Buffalos wallowing in the mud having a great time. We spend some time watching the Buffalo as they submerged themselves in the thick mud. This acts as a cooling mechanism. After a wallow, Buffalo and other animals with sparse hair and sweat glands will rub against a tree to try and get rid of ticks.
The sun was slowing making its way down, which signalled the perfect time for a good sundowner break. As we made our way to our stop, we bumped into another herd of buffalos around the corner. It was a good contrast for my guests, as they could study their behaviour in water and mud as well as walking through the bush.
Just then, one of my guest at the back asked “what was that!” Not sure what he has seen, I reversed to get a better look. Suddenly a female lion walked out of the long grass, only to be followed by…. a Big Male Lion!
What a success! I could feel the excitement from my guests radiate all the way to my tracker sitting on his tracker seat in the front. Just as we spotted the Lions, so did the herd of Buffalo. They all grouped up and starting to run straight towards the lions, trying to chase them off, because the buffalos had a few young caves amongst the herd. The Lions suddenly bolted trying to get away from this massive herd of Buffalo right on their tales.

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Everything happened so quickly. None of us had time to get our cameras ready and the lions had already disappeared.  Luckily for us, the Buffalo became more relaxed and stopped charging the Lions. We once again picked up our pursuit of the Lion King and his companion, to see if we could cross paths once more before making our way back to Camp for a delicious African dinner. After a short drive we came around a corner and there they were, laying down, seeming very relaxed as no Buffalo were charging them.

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We manage to get right next to them getting some great shots. The male Lion with one eye, posing for us, giving us a great big yawn, with massive teeth as if wanting to show-off.

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What a sighting this was and such a great way to finish off the game drive. My guests were able to watch this big magnificent  Lion King, in all his glory. Once they had taken all the photos they wanted, we slowly made our way back to Buffalo Camp, smiling and exhilarated from being able to enjoy nature in the most perfect surroundings imaginable.    

RE: Lions of Timbavati - Herekitty - 11-07-2018

Giraffe male at Manyeleti Game Reserve. Image by Ulrik Vilhof, November 7, 2018.

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RE: Lions of Timbavati - Herekitty - 11-07-2018

The Mapoza male was on honeymoon with one of the Avoca females and they gave our guests quite a show.
Video by Ranger Rix at Makanyi Lodge, November 6, 2018


RE: Lions of Timbavati - jordi6927 - 11-07-2018

(11-07-2018, 09:36 AM)Herekitty Wrote: Old Avoca male at Manyeleti Game Reserve. Image by Ulrik Vilhof, November 7, 2018.

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Is this old Avoca male the father of the 2 Southern Avoca and 3 Northern Avoca boys? thanks

RE: Lions of Timbavati - Herekitty - 11-08-2018

Hi @jordi6927 yes one of them. Speaking of Avocas, here is one of the two young Avoca males that were recently kicked out of the pride. He has the characteristic Avoca eyes. Image by Massimo Da Silva at Makanyi Lodge. November 6, 2018.


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RE: Lions of Timbavati - Pbonz - 11-08-2018

(11-08-2018, 07:11 AM)Herekitty Wrote: Hi @jordi6927 I recall reading where @Tshokwane stated that this is the case, it would be good if he could chime in. The Avoca fb page states that they are both from the Avoca pride, and fathered by the Avoca/Giraffe males, which is somewhat confusing. Speaking of Avocas, here is one of the two Timbavati young Avoca males that were recently kicked out of the Avoca pride. He has the characteristic Avoca eyes. Image by Massimo Da Silva at Makanyi Lodge. November 6, 2018.


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Is he the sibling of the north and south avoca makes in Sabi?

RE: Lions of Timbavati - jordi6927 - 11-08-2018

It seems that all of the Avocas have really good genes ... and these younger boys display that ... they look great!