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.
A beautiful specimen of male lion! Xantshema "The Warlord".
A recent sighting of the Jacaranda/Xanetsi pride male known as Xantshema. Born around 2007 the old Riverpride males are still holding a big territory with two prides under their control in Ntsiri/Ingwelala. The old River pride males at the age of 14+/- years, after they abandoned the River pride around four to five years ago they moved into Umbabat/Ntsiri and their sightings became sparce until late 2019, the 2 old males showed up with a pride of 21+ members last year in the north-eastern corner of Klaserie and Umbabat showing their absolute dominance and will to live.
However, recent sightings indicates that these two old males are dominant over the Jacaranda/Xanetsi pride.
Photo credits: Craig McCann.