The Softer Side of Lions
Sunday, May 27th, 2012 at
10:37 pm
by Scotch Macaskill
Caption: Two lionesses show their softer side as they doze contentedly with heads entwined, Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana.
Camera: Canon EOS 50D; Lens: Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L; Focal length: 400mm; Shutter speed: 1/500; Aperture: f/8; ISO 800.
Caption: Lionesses nuzzling and rubbing heads together, Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana.
In a previous post, Lioness, Upside Down, I wrote about two affectionate lionesses nuzzling and rubbing heads heads together, and why this occurs. These photos were taken at the same time.
The one above was taken when the lionesses, snuggled together, drifted into sleep. I like the pose, with the heads entwined, and the texture of the fur.
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The top one is gorgeous, heart melting. And they can be so tough!
Thanks Rosie. You’re right, they have to be uncompromisingly tough when hunting prey. It’s the females who do most the hunting, for themselves, for the males, and for their cubs, so this is essential for survival of the pride.