During seven days in Kruger National Park we saw lions at least once daily but I never expected to see lions mating. They often sleep in a group called a pride on the warm pavement overnight, so early mornings tend to be the best time to see them if you happen to be on the right road. On the fourth morning we saw a pair resting along the road.
Looked like a mating pair.
The female lion initiates mating which takes place over about three days. But the actual act doesn’t last long, although it happens about every 10-20 minutes.
Afterwards the male looked exhausted and was panting heavily.
While the female just looked bored.
We actually watched them mate three times within about 30 minutes and each time they moved closer to our vehicle. Such an exhilarating experience I never thought to see. Wonder how many days they had been at it.
Goodness, what a privilege to see them!
Truly a privilege.
I am glad I am not a lion… I guess.
My question to Joan was, does the lioness have an orgasm?
Its a rumble in the jungle I guess. Or Savannah. But I can’t make that rhyme.
Sure was exciting.
Our friends saw the same thing. They showed us 5 videos of it and I was tired for her!
After three days of that, I’d be like “get out of my face!”
Gosh. I am almost speechless. Incredible experience (yours, not the lions’ … but then again maybe theirs was too.)
More exhausting for them. 😉
Wow, that is very cool. It’s amazing to see all of the mating interaction.
Was a most thrilling sight.
Wonderful to be able to watch this interaction.
We scored on this one.
These are just fabulous pictures. I can’t imagine how wonderful it was to just be there and stay as long as you liked and have them living their lives and paying you no mind. Love his foot action afterwards. Reminds me of my cat and her litter box. LOL
I could have stayed for hours but the traffic built up got a bit much. Also reminded me of a cat scratching in its litter box.
Now there’s a sight you don’t get to see every day
Could be a once in a lifetime opportunity for me.