Lion resting in tree by David Burren
David Burren

Lion resting in tree by

In this area of Africa the lions sometimes climb trees to escape insects at ground level.
This lion was quite interested in our vehicle: I can roughly make out its reflection in his eyes!

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africa, burren, lion, mane, nature, tree

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  • Cathie Sherwood
    Cathie Sherwoodalmost 5 years ago

    OOOOH, wow! His eyes are so amazing…..alert, but an overall feeling of gentleness and …..and….and…….???Yeah, observing, sad!like he knows something but could never put it in words! I do get the irony of what I just said…!? Is the most soulful photo of a lion I’ve ever seen.

  • Lost Lost
    Lost Lostalmost 5 years ago

    beautiful shot, such a great animal. Well done.

  • terezadelpilar
    terezadelpilarover 3 years ago

    stunning shot!:)) (Hi David, do you have any shots from Angola?If you do would you like to join Angola group?Thank you:))

  • Scott  d' Almeida
    Scott d' Almeidaabout 3 years ago

    outstanding,