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.
Sabi Sands lions are pretty well monitored on the internet. Sure an argument can be made that missing lions like Tinyo, and the southern Avoca male were hunted. But even if all the lions that went missing in the reserve were hunted. That's still far to little to be economically feasible compared with the PR risks. We would also be expected to believe that Trophy hunters. Who largely commit this nonsense for the bragging rights, keep silent about it.
I think this rumour is probably nothing more than a misunderstood remark. Like about hunting going on elsewhere or discussed hunting as in poaching, tracking or chasing an animal away from the car etc .