Other male lion coalitions from Masai Mara

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Info about Lorkulup:

Lorkulup diagnosis report Yesterday, we received reports that the lion was in a bad headspace — quite literally. He was having difficulty breathing and his face was very swollen. All signs indicated an adverse reaction to a poisonous bite. Given Lorkulup’s compromised respiration, it was too risky to anaesthetise him for treatment. Instead, our SWT/KWS Mara Mobile Vet Unit delivered anti-inflammatory medication remotely via dart gun. The team recovered the darts while Lorkulup rejoined his brother, who was waiting a few metres away. Dr Njoroge is optimistic that he will make a complete recovery, but the team will continue to monitor him. We operate six Mobile Veterinary Units and an aerial Sky Vets initiative in partnership with the KWS. These teams provide rapid, in-the-field treatment across Kenya, saving hundreds of wild lives each year. To learn more about their important work — which is made possible through donor support — visit: sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/projects/veterinary-unit

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