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.
I loved the story of Solo and have sometimes thought of him and what his fate was after going in the KNP and never being seen again. Did he live for a few more years at least? Did he die shortly afterwards? He tried and tried, god knows, but never could keep a coalition partner for years. Footage seen when he was about 10, showed an extraodinarily robust and tall/well-built lion! Amazing shape, and no other male that age these days could look so young. He probably never suffered from TB and had the stress of patrolling for a pride/cubs constantly.... After leaving into Kruger, he could have feasibly kept going and doing well without all the competition he endured in Sabi Sands.