~~January 15, 2014~~
Some fellow bloggers saw the post on “canned hunting” and sent these links for me to see. How anyone can even think of harming, hurting, killing these majestic animals is beyond me.
(Thank you to Kitty and Pat!)
Lions are the only cats that live in groups, which are called prides. Prides are family units that may include up to three males, a dozen or so females, and their young. All of a pride’s lionesses are related, and female cubs typically stay with the group as they age. Young males eventually leave and establish their own prides by taking over a group headed by another male.
Only male lions boast manes, the impressive fringe of long hair that encircles their heads. Males defend the pride’s territory, which may include some 100 square miles (259 square kilometers) of grasslands, scrub, or open woodlands. These intimidating animals mark the area with urine, roar menacingly to warn intruders, and chase off animals that encroach on their turf.
NATURE | Born Wild: The First Days of Life | Lion Cubs | PBS
Uploaded on Oct 27, 2009
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/episod…
Lions kill infants they don’t know, so this lion mother hides her cubs for the first six weeks, visiting only to feed them. When she introduces the cubs to the rest of the group, will they recognize the cubs as part of the family?
“Born Wild: The First Days of Life” is part of the 28th season of the Peabody and Emmy award-winning series produced by Thirteen in association with WNET.ORG for PBS. Major support provided by Canon U.S.A. Inc.
Christian The Lion – Reunited – From “The View”
Female lions are the pride’s primary hunters. They often work together to prey upon antelopes, zebras, wildebeest, and other large animals of the open grasslands. Many of these animals are faster than lions, so teamwork pays off.
After the hunt, the group effort often degenerates to squabbling over the sharing of the kill, with cubs at the bottom of the pecking order. Young lions do not help to hunt until they are about a year old. Lions will hunt alone if the opportunity presents itself, and they also steal kills from hyenas or wild dogs.
Lions have been celebrated throughout history for their courage and strength. They once roamed most of Africa and parts of Asia and Europe. Today they are found only in parts of sub-Saharan Africa, except for one very small population of Asian lions that survives in India’s Gir Forest.
Source:Β http://animals.nationalgeographic.com
We ALL are ONE!!
We ALL are connected through NATURE!!Β
You’re welcome, Horty, and thank you for sharing. There’s something to be said about these wild, beautiful creatures and you did, my friend. π
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Thank YOU!!! From the heart …. π
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The South African government do tend to fail quite a bit. They didn’t even turn up for the London Conference! (almost 50 other nations did!). Too much money is changing hands on too many fronts.
Wasn’t that American T.V. personality (Melissa something), who recently had so much bad publicity, on a canned hunt when she posed for pictures? I’ve also seen prominent British names associated with these hunts, too. And those of other nations. Such a disgusting, cowardly (that word again) practice.
This magnificent, dignified creatures have been reduced to an appalling level of existence by greed and a lust for blood.
We, as a species, have betrayed these animals. We should be ashamed. We should have looked after them better. Though not everyone is a position to do something, many are. We need to care more before it’s all too late.
Thanks for sharing another great post, Horty π
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Just seen your other post where you mention Melissa Bachman. I knew it was Melissa something! Outrageous!
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It is!!
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Thank YOU!!
Yes, that is her!!
What you say is so true!! We have failed them … and continue to do so!!
What can we do? It’s like a drop of water in the ocean!!
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βOne drop of water helps to swell the ocean; a spark of fire helps to give light to the world. None are too small, too feeble, too poor to be of service. Think of this and act.β β Hannah More
At least we can keep trying π
One of my favourite quotes π
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Love it!!
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Reblogged this on Mavadelo's mindscape and commented:
This is a blog post that is definately worth a late reblog for those who haven’t seen it yet. Especially the second video is one that I can not watch without getting my eyes all moisty π
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TY for the reblog!!! Always thank you!! π
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Me too, Mavadelo — I never tire of watching it … just did, again, and made my heart swell with love for these beautiful creatures who remember kindness and love.
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Pat …. you were the one who sent it my way!! Always thank you!!
Hugs!!
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I remember, Horty. Thank you. I watched it again and it never ceases to amaze the power of love. π
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I watched it again … so warm and heart-touching!!
TY ….
β€ …
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Man, that’s the best stuff, isn’t it Horty. I can’t get enough of it. Hugs and happy Monday, my friend.
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Yes it is!! Same to you!! Dearest Pat ….. Hugs!! π
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Very Kewl π sayz da’ Q
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TY …. peace!!! π
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Thank You ,,will prolly re-blog laterz , was well werth the links also π to the 45 min movie bout dat’ lion π Thanks! Q
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Reblogged this on Quarksire and commented:
Werth leaving well enuff alone, Blogger i follow Dr. Rex has the kewlest post bout Big Kitty Kats i Have ever seen – will post an additional link laterz concerning this to my comments, till then Enjoy Everyone & don’t let the Pride Get Ya Down ! Q
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Thank you! Hugs …. π
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Stunning post and photo’s. I love nature and can’t for the live imagine how some people can think they’re so ‘above’ it. I am glad Q reblogged this so I can find your lovely blog. π
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TY for stopping by, reading and commenting!! It’s really appreciated. From the heart ….. Search the blog, there’s more.
Hugs!!!
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