15th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Violent Love
When a male and female lion pair up, the separate from the pride for as much as a week. During the first few days their coupling can take place every 10 minutes. Each time only lasts a few seconds and ends with a dramatic roar or an annoyed female biting the male and inspiring him to be a bit more gentle. This is that moment.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 12.2016 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2017 |
| Photo Location: | Arusha, Tanzania |
| Camera: | Canon EOS 6D |
| Copyright: | © Alex Berger |