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Lionesses in tree

Panthera leo

Photo by KarenL
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Field Notes

Description:

It is believed that lions climb trees in order to get away from tsetse flies (large flies with a nasty bite) and to enjoy a cool breeze. Tree-climbing lions aren't very common. While cubs climb trees for fun, adult lions rarely do, except in the Serengeti and Manyama.

Habitat:

Serengeti, Tanzania

Notes:

These 3 lionesses were sleeping soundly in the limbs of an acacia tree.

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Arun
Great Spotting ..

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PublishedDecember 8, 2011

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