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Rollercoaster Male Lion - Photograph by ranger Dean Wraith

May 2008

The Rollercoaster male continues to spend a lot of time with both the Styx Pride and Eyrefield Pride. This aging male that has dominated the northern parts of Mala Mala for quite some time now and is still looking in good condition may be starting to feel some pressure by the increased presence of the Eyrefield males in his territory.

April 2008

The Rollercoaster male is still living with the Styx pride. He is still mating with the females and is still eating with them and assisting in the kills of the larger creatures such as adult male kudus. He has not been seen to associate with the Eyrefield pride except at kills. He is in good condition for an aging male lion, still strong and still roaring his defiance at a world that would see him replaced in the not so distant future.

January 2008

This old fellow is doing remarkably well. His relationship with the Eyrefield pride seems to have been diminished so he now spends most of his time with the Styx pride. He is in a good and healthy condition although his scar count seems to increase weekly. He is still mating with the females of the Styx pride and lends his strength to some of the hunts. Importantly he is doing a good job of protecting both the Styx and Eyrefield cubs. Perhaps there is a glimmer of hope for them.

Rollercoaster Male Lion - Photograph by ranger Dean Wraith