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Default more lions that night

i like this one because the lion is licking it's lips

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the lion equivalent of "chilling out"

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mummy got bored with all the activity so took to a tree

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Old 09-12-2009, 09:47 PM
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another great set Sheldon .. in 3 I'd be backing away saying nice kitty .. yikes
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Love the big cats. Great captures!
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another great set Sheldon .. in 3 I'd be backing away saying nice kitty .. yikes
Of course, you're a "jack russell"......and the cat's bigger than you!!!
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Great shots..wow
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The lighting in the last shot is gorgeous. Great set!
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Sheldon, You got to see lions in the wild. Do you still pinch yourself but hope you don't wake up from such a great dream? I'm enjoying your photos so much! You have recorded wonderful expressions and I like that you have photographed ordinary moments which are more interesting to me than the "Lions Hunting" shots you see in magazines. I like the slightly raised head to see what all the commotion is about photo!
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Great Captures Sheldon, I'm sure you'll remember this trip for many many years to come and we get to share it with you!
Thanks for sharing these
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If thats the equivalent of a lion chilling out then i am afraid to imagine what it would be if the lion would be being grumpy !! *shivers*



Just Joking, great shot...although it could use a bit of editing to increase the sharpness and contrast.

Great job !!!
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Three more great photographs from your trip Sheldon. You really did get so close to the lions. It must have been a little nervy!! But your captures are excellent especially the one up the tree.

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