Nature Photographer Reveals An Amazing Interaction Between A Baby Deer And A Lioness

Published on 11/29/2021
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A Tiny Antelope

The advent of the little antelope, which seemed to appear out of nowhere, took the mother lion away. Gordon Donovan, a New York-based photographer, was on-site the entire time and said: “To witness such an oddity while still being astounded was an unforgettable experience. When she captured the springbok, I was eagerly awaiting the opportunity to kill one of the lions.”

A Tiny Antelope

A Tiny Antelope

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Protecting The Baby

He instantly assumed charge after observing the mother take her newborn into her grasp and defend it from other pregnant lionesses who would have tried to eat him. What was the lioness’ justification for defending the cub?

Protecting The Baby

Protecting The Baby

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