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Frightening Lion Yawn at Night, Mala Mala Game Reserve, South Africa

We were returning from the afternoon safari after sunset and came upon two older lions resting and moving about. One other safari vehicle has arrived just before us and had gently lit the lions providing adequate light to get some pictures of their activities. At one point this lion stood and yawned providing a frighting appearance.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2021
Date Uploaded: 11.2021
Photo Location: Mala Mala Game Reserve, South Africa, South Africa
Camera: E-M1X
Copyright: © Jeffrey Whittingham