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.
Exactly, a bigger mane just gives the illusion of size. That’s the whole purpose of a mane in the wild, and even humans constantly talk about bigger maned lions as being bigger and more “impressive”.... it tricks our eyes. No one ever talk about Mr T’s size . As one ranger said to a poster here: “Very hard to tell [size] when they aren't shoulder to shoulder. ” [/size][size]
In terms of age, couldn’t it just be genetic that he grew his mane later in life? Even Mohawk Northern Avoca is starting to fill out nicely this year and I don’t think he’s the youngest. [/size]