Caught On Cam: Lioness Adopts A Fawn

Published on 09/28/2021
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Almost Done

What was minutes of bathing its newfound child seemed to be hours for the hidden spectator. However, the ‘mother’ isn’t finished yet. She doesn’t stop licking the bewildered calf, who seemed to have gone asleep. For a young deer, it seems understandable that such a thorough cleaning would be this tiring. As the lioness extends its jaws even farther, the photographer lets out a gasp. The sight of it is too much for us to bear anymore!

Almost Done

Almost Done

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Big Canine Teeth

The majority of carnivores have big, sharp teeth that are suited to rip, tear, or cut flesh. While many carnivores also have a few molars and sharp incisors, the most significant for carnivores are their canines, the longest and sharpest teeth. When the lioness’ teeth emerge, it is apparent in the photo that the fawn becomes frightened. While the lioness is attempting to be kind, we can’t blame the youngster for wanting to avoid those canines. They are capable of causing fatal injury with a single accidental bite. However, we were not expecting this little child to attempt to leave his new mother!

Big Canine Teeth

Big Canine Teeth

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