Lions of Sabi Sands

[KM600]

(03-17-2024, 01:58 AM)Cath2020 Wrote:

(03-16-2024, 09:32 PM)KM600 Wrote:

(03-16-2024, 09:20 PM)Cath2020 Wrote: Cute, 3 new little ones.  Who are the fathers?  They were conceived from early/mid Nov. to early Dec. most likely if they are about a week or so old.  Unfortunately, with no pride males, their future is very questionable.

BDMs most likely although Mohawk was with the pride while some lionesses were said to be in heat however was never seen mating with said females. And ye as bad as it sounds, I wouldn’t suggest anyone gets too attached because I’d be amazed if they were to survive the coming months.

Yes, they'll have to beat the odds.  Seems like at least one male, possibly two.  Feisty and active already in the bush.  Matimba/Black Dam blood.  Wonder if any other females have given birth or are about to.  

I'll be holding my breath when/if she introduces them to the pride in 4-6 weeks.... If the BDMs are not around, and other males are, well, that is not good news for the little ones.  Chela's only recourse would be to break off from the pride, and I don't now if she'd do that for cubs so young.... They won't be able to outrun adult males.  They'd have to be hidden and keep a super low profile with her disappearing quite often to tend to them.  It all depends on the coalition that takes over the Nkuhuma Pride this year.

Seen a video a few weeks ago and remember thinking some of them were starting to look a lil pregnant but as they had a huge meal in the coming days it was hard to determine if they truly were. I do remember 3 of the Nkuhuma lionesses separating from the rest of the pride and spending weeks with the BDMs, so there should be 2 more expectating litters within a short time frame. Reply