Kambula/Ntsevu Pride

[Duco Ndona]

The population of lions in Sabi Sands seems quite healthy and we have to keep in mind that various species that are routinely killed by lions are struggling as well.  
We might as well put them all in zoos if we really go that road.

It seems like something torn off the skin. So I think a horn got in and ripped a large portion of it off as the animal tried to free itself. You can see roughly the outline of its likely path torn in the flesh below.
The wound seems rather low which would suggest a warthog, but for all we know it was a huge buffalo that was already on the ground. Ultimately without footage all we can do is speculate though.

The good news is that we are not seeing mayor traces of blood. So its already been there for a bit and she had time to clean the wound and remove any traces of blood. She is also moving pretty well things considered.
But without blood flow keeping filth out and forming a crust. Infections are going to become a concern.

This is really going down to her immune system. Her best options right now is introducing her cubs to the pride right now and ride it out there. But sadly, if they are to young, she may be forced to abandon them. Reply