Posted on 01/31/2010 7:05:09 AM PST by wazoo1031
Nestled under the magnificent mane of his father, the little lion cub gives a growl so gentle it would fail to startle a passing gazelle.
But when he grows up he'll be able to roar just like daddy. Not that this particular parent looked in the mood for exercising his vocal cords. Or indeed any other part of his mighty frame. Mane attraction: The enormous lion wakes from his slumber as his cub emits a tiny growl
He had been trying to enjoy a catnap when his offspring was disturbed by the approach
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That is so cute, makes you forget your their dinner.
Thanks, Slings and Arrows. Awww, meow, meow. [That’s kitty-speak for Thank You.]
Dad looks like Dog The Bounty Hunter, who could use a makeover.
Meow. (You’re welcome.)
Wow! That almost exactly the way I look when I first wake up, before I've had my coffee! Especially the hair!
Mark
That is one cool picture. I’d like to foster the kitteh. I wonder how long it takes for it to become a danger to you? Probably not to long. I wonder how much the big guy eats?
Lions, in captivity, eat about 25 lbs. of raw meat and bones each day and drink gallons & gallons of water. I don’t think you can afford a pet lion, LOL!
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