Thabo
Thabo is father too the 2 White Lion cubs born at PWP in April this year.
He seemed to be looking down on his cubs playing, just hoping they would soon settle down and let him sleep in peace :)...
Photo taken at Paradise Wildlife Park
Nikon D300
70-300 Lens



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Tamara Kenneally
Gorgeous! What an expression
Stephie Butler replied
Thanks so much Tamara..
Rosie Appleton
Gorgeous… but I think he looks sad…
Stephie Butler replied
Thanks Rosie… I think he was a bit, every time he dosed off the cubs would wake him…They were really running riot that day, I think he’s had enough :D
katymckay
What a great expression Stephie…I think he has a caring tender expression in his eyes..never seen a lion look so soft…..fantastic shot !!!!!Cathy XXX
Stephie Butler replied
Thanks Cathy…he looks so gentle doesn’t he….
Marsha Elliott
How wonderful. Oh I just want to give him the biggest hug ever!!!!
Stephie Butler replied
Thanks Marsha…. Oh now that would be something wouldn’t it..If only…
3XEternity
Beautiful Shot!

Stephie Butler replied
Wow, thank you..It’s so wonderful that you think my work is good enough, I will take a look at this….
Krys Bailey
He’s so handsome! Love his expression – great shot! ;O)
Stephie Butler replied
Thanks Krys..He was looking like this most of the time. He’s such a beauty…
CJTill
A very cute picture Stephie
Stephie Butler replied
Thanks so much CJ…
Lisa G. Putman
Breathtaking!
Stephie Butler replied
Many thanks Lisa…Really appreciated.
janfoster
a beautiful capture Stephie : )
Stephie Butler replied
Many thanks Jan
dozzam
Amazing shot! A fave for me.
Stephie Butler replied
Thank you Dozzam. appreciate you stopping by to comment
James Sallie
Kimba is real afterall, thanks for proving it for me!
Wonderful timing!
Stephie Butler replied
Of course he is James….Thanks for stopping by , appreciate it…..
Kristina K
Stephie Butler replied
Thank you so much for this feature Kristina, truly appreciated. So sorry i’m late in replying, just life getting the way at the moment.. Thanks once again..
Tanya Bright
Wonderful expression you have captured here. Great shot.
Stephie Butler replied
Thanks so very much Tanya…..
FelicityB
What a beautiful image!
Stephie Butler replied
Many thanks Felicity, always appreciated..
jansnow
What a beautiful face! Well done:-)
Stephie Butler replied
Thank you so much for stopping by…..
Brandie1
A lovely portrait.
He looks so sad.
Stephie Butler replied
Many thanks Brandie…he does seem to have that look in so many photos I took of him..I think he just wanted some piece to sleep from his boisterous cubs :D..
Roy Lindman
Stunning capture !
Stephie Butler replied
Thanks so much Roy for such a compliment..very much appreciated…
AuntDot
Another great shot. Another fav!
Stephie Butler replied
Thank so much AuntDot…Always appreciate you stopping by….
Paul Kavsak
Fantastic Expression, Beautiful eyes! Great Shot
Stephie Butler replied 17 days ago
Many thanks Paul…really appreciate it….
mtozier 15 days ago
wow!