The Mantimahle Males

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During our stay at the Kirkman's Kamp on the Sabi Sand Reserve in the Kruger, we were very lucky to see four male lions together. Our ranger told us that these guys are lords of most of the western Kruger, overseeing four or five different prides, and are only very occasional visitors to the Sabi Sand Reserve. Although they behave here like four kittens, they are ruthless killers. To get to their position of dominance, Josh, our ranger, reckoned that between them, they had probably killed over 100 other lions - competing males, recalcitrant females, and cubs fathered by other males in prides they have taken over. And yet, they can behave like this. We spent a wonderful 45 minutes watching them.

Note: I doubt much that the Mantimahle have killed around 100 lions,also sound a bit far-fetched,I not judging the statement of the ranger,but IDK!

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