Mramba
Pride exemplified via Mramba, the male African lion at the Virginia Zoo.
The future of African predators is in peril. It is estimated that only 10,000-15,000 free-roaming African lions remain, down from 50,000 a decade ago. African lions are now listed as Endangered (West African subspecies) and Vulnerable (East and Southern African subspecies) by the World Conservation Union and are on Appendix II of the CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) list. African lions are in danger of disappearing altogether due to disease (FIV, bovine tuberculosis, canine distemper) and habitat encroachment. Today’s modern world subjects lions and other wildlife to many dangers. Mankind constantly seizes more and more of the remaining wild areas of Africa, forcing lions onto smaller and smaller parcels of land. Large-scale developments destroy the lion’s natural habitat. In areas inhabited by livestock, lions are frequently shot, snared or poisoned. And sadly, the hunting of these amazing animals for “sport,” for man’s pleasure, is still encouraged as a revenue producing industry by many African governments. African predators simply will not survive unless they are protected.
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Robert Elliott
Brilliant Mundy, simply brilliant
Maximus
More of your genius :)
ECGardner
Absolutely amazing image. His expression says it all and tells his story so beautifully. Brilliant work, Mundy.
Anni Morris
Yes, man has an awful lot to answer for. He is a beauty.
HELUA
He is magnificent! The facts you give us are frightening, the human race has to wake up !!!
Thanks, Mundy !!!
Raphaela Sampaio
astonishing…. but i dont think he likes you…
Julie Langford
Beautiful image, the clarity is superb Mundy. so much more needs to be done to protect lion species, before they all end up like the Barbary lion.
velveteagle
Oh this looks fantastic.. Love the detail ..
Sean Farragher
fantastic image
Squealia
Beautiful image, that’s an awful reduction, how sad.
Jim Caldwell
I love that look of superiority. great work
Christopher Bi...
beautiful magestic beast well done
jude walton
Beautiful image!
Kerry Duffy
Stunning image – good work!
bouldercreek
Good stuff Mundy.
pat oubridge
Breathtaking image Mundy
Dawne Olson
Penetrating eyes… Beautiful beautiful lion.
Glenna Walker
Gorgeous shot of this African Lion!
naturelover
Wonderful- what a magnificent looking beast- have to fav this one!!
bmckain
I really like this shot, a fav.
cherokee
Beautiful work.
Patrick & Marg...
Surely – “The King”, great shot
brian pendrey
awesome shot of the king jon
Lori Peters
So beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Steve Bulford
Love it mate. GREAT image!!!
Leslie Wood
Stunning work!!! simply gorgeous!!!
jdmphotography
Awesome work and a great read …............................ (-:
Carmen Mandel-...
Handsome Mramba reminds us about the fragility of ecosystems and how dependent on our responsible acts species are. Superb image and individual, Mundy.
DonMc
Super image, and I think that applies to All of your animal pics. Just looked at your site cos you kindly commented on one of my pics. I am supportive of maintaining eco systems also, well done!
AngelaFoster
fantastic detail and lighting in this close up picture
Dharna
I just love his expression. Lovely shot Mundy
gypsykatz
BEAUTIFUL!!!! What a magnificent creature!!!!
Outdoors2
Another great one Mundy
Posting at Panther Leo with link…;)
duckie
great shot very stately
Craig Hender
Powerful shot Mundy. Beautifuly done.
Mark Peterson
Outstanding!
JulieM
Stunning shot. Be very proud !!!!
Denzil
Great shot Mundy! I just want to run my fingers over his beautiful wrinkled nose (I know that’s silly, sonce he actually looks pretty cross, but I can’t help it!). Instant favourite :)
ajax
What a stunner love that look, ‘I’m not amused,human’
Patricia L. Ba...
Amazing work, Mundy. It’s wonderful to see you back posting.
mjaniceanne
Wonderful portrait-he has an aristocratic, haughty stare as befits the King of Beasts!
Per E. Gunnarsen
I love your portraits from wildlife….excellent!
Autismmom
ooooo!!! What a look! Great shot!
Kenny Gulley Jr.
his expression couldnt be any more perfect, power, glory, and arrogance and pride.
wow!
David Iori
wonderful capture
chasingsooz
He is magnificent. The colours are so rich,this work almost looks like a painting.
Mahjabeen Mankani
wonderful!
van049
He is magnificent, “King of the jungle!” Excellente!!
Susan van Zyl
Stunning !!!!