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.
When I first began learning about lions, the Mpondos were one of the first coalitions that I saw a lot of images of, outside of the Mapogos of course, and at the time I remember thinking how massive and serious they all looked, like total destroyers, as if they were like the next Mapogo, or the Mjejane before the Mjejane. Nothing I have read about them since, has told me anything different. The only thing that has changed for me, is I have learned that the majority of male lions behave in a similar fashion to those lions, some just appear a little more proficient at it. Outside of killing a submissive lioness, mating with her corpse, and then consuming her, of course. Thankfully that is one behavior I have only heard of the Mapogos doing, though I am sure it has happened before, and will again, unfortunately.