Mangheni Pride

[Cath2020]

I actually do think that DNA studies should be done on the more well-known/famous prides in the KNP area.... It would definitely answer some questions and raise a lot of interest, big time.  Some results could point to more questions on lion dynamics, such as, if, for example, only 1/2 or 3/4 of the pride's offspring were actually sired by a famous coalition, or even less, then why is that?  Which other lions/coalitions could have been in the area to 'compete' with the "overwhelming" dominant one?  It could put to rest just how dominate a certain lion/coalition actually was, based on the number of cubs they had within a pride they were over.... And could also answer questions on lone lionesses....which type(s) of lion(s) they choose to mate with more often, etc.  DNA studies could also indicate levels of inbreeding, disease..... Reply