Maps of Sabi Sand Coalitions Males and Prides

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(09-10-2020, 02:00 PM)Selati Wrote:

(09-10-2020, 01:43 PM)Cath2020 Wrote: It's amazing, all the lion coalitions and prides I see on these maps here, yet we never see most of those lions in any of the formal video clips put out by the reserves or parks.... Just mostly about a handful of coalitions/prides.... 

Just saw a recent short clip for the first time of the Southern Avoca males affectionately with their cub.

The northern part of KNP is one vast area of no rangers or parks?  Are there many lions up there?  I see a couple of coalitions designated on the map, but that's it.  Do the lions up there roam down south far or vice versa?  Or do they mostly keep within a reasonable range from mid to northern sections of the park?

The Kruger operates very differently from the private reserves connected to it, ie Timbavati, Sabi Sands etc. The private preserves put out updates on lions and leopards, likely to attract visitors. The Kruger itself is state run, but does have private concessions within it, such as the Jock Concession and Singita Lembobo. They have a series of their own roads which you aren't allowed to go on unless you are staying at the private lodge. These private concessions also give updates. But the rest of Kruger is state run and they get lots of visitors anyway due to how famous Kruger is. In terms of the northern parts of Kruger, there are less roads there, so its more difficult to get a picture on dynamics. It's also more forested than the southern and mid parts of Kruger, making it Elephant country.

A very helpful explanation of the situation in Kruger, @Selati , thank you. Reply