There is a world somewhere between reality and fiction. Although ignored by many, it is very real and so are those living in it. This forum is about the natural world. Here, wild animals will be heard and respected. The forum offers a glimpse into an unknown world as well as a room with a view on the present and the future. Anyone able to speak on behalf of those living in the emerald forest and the deep blue sea is invited to join.
The two of them had just “made up” like a week before dark mane died. They were seen on a Nkuhuma buffalo kill and Mohawk chased the others off except for Dark Mane. After Mohawk had gone off on patrol Dark Mane stayed with the pride an the males hung out with him even after his buffalo attack they stayed with him for a few hours before leaving to find their mothers/lionesses.
My opinion but I felt that when Mohawk went back to the area of the buffalo kill he was looking for Dark Mane (once again my opinion based on their movements but we really don’t know what happens for what reason but we can take educated guesses)
Dark Mane and Blondie did have TB…horrible disease that slowly destroys the body. They could’ve done decent with constant food and rest but the stress of new male lions in the area and constantly patrolling was just too hard for his body. What an amazing lions they all are! He basically was an amazing Prpde male all the way to the end. So glad the Avocas are so successful!