Zaza and his Brother? Future Kings of Kruger Park | Sons Of the Legendary Gomondwane Male Lions
Kruger Unlocked Ep 16 | Crocodile Bridge - Two young male lions on the H4-2 about 500m North of the S25.
When I first laid eyes on one of the males it definitely looked like the very popular young male lion known as Zaza from the Vurhami pride.
Afterwards, I compared some images on social media with the young male that I saw and the bare patches on his face definitely coincided with the images. It was a great surprise when I realised that it was him!
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After 10 years of guiding in the Greater Kruger, it’s time to explore more!
In this series, we will venture into the south of the Kruger National Park, on a quest to unlock the predators and the fauna and flora of Crocodile Bridge.
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Congratulations!! It’s ZaZa. The big scar on nose is a dead giveaway. I’ve looked back on other videos of him to compare. I’m super excited for you to find him and for us to see him. This just made my day Christof!! What a fantastic sighting!! Have a wonderful day my friend 💜💜🦁🦁
Thanks so much for confirming Rachelle! Was great seeing him and his brother after learning of them through social media! I won’t say that he is the biggest young male in the KNP but definitely a good looking boy. Cheers my friend keep well and thanks again for the ongoing support 🙏🏻😄🦁🇿🇦
ZaZa was sighted recently which was awesome news but one of his brothers had a run in with nomads and was attacked and had his testicles damaged some
@@dionellwalker9762 ok we’ve been wondering if that was his brother. ZaZa is usually with two of his brothers. Has he been seen with both of them since he’s came out of hiding from fight with his dad and uncles??
He is a magnificent boy! ❤
No doubt Julie! Two very good looking and healthy young males🦁🦁🇿🇦 Take care and thanks again for commenting 🙏🏻🇿🇦
I do believe you found our boy Zaza ! He is magnificent, and one of my favourite young males(my favourite is Olonkera from the Rongai pride). I’m glad to see Zaza is well , he had us really worried for a while! Once again an EXCELLENT work Christof! Thank you 👍🙏
Thank you Antonis!🙏🏻appreciate as always. Your support goes a long way my friend! When I eventually realised it might be him I was so happy. I know the lion followers were looking for him. He was reported by other a few times but just managed to remain out of my grasp, not this time🎉 If I may ask which channel does Olonkera feature on would love to have a look. This morning I had no luck but the Vurhami pride were close to the gate after I’ve passed through, only heard of the update latr in the am unfortunately! Gonna be back on the saddle tomorrow morning wish me luck! Enjoy the rest of your evening 🙏🏻😄thanks again my friend Take care
@@cs-wildcam Olonkera is the first cub of the Rongai pride that was fathered by the Black Rock males! His name means baby sitter because he is a lovely sweet lion and always takes care of his siblings/cousins. You might have heard about this pride after Olobor was killed by the farmers last January 💔💔💔 You can find a lot about him and his pride at “The mapogo lions” channel. Also if you search just his name you can find many videos about him! I ADORE HIM ❤️
@@antonisconstantinou7422 never heard of them but will definitely go have a look 👀 human and wildlife conflict is such an ongoing issue Antonis I hear you. Humans fight for their livelihood and animals fight for their survival. It’s a very sad topic when you delve in. I’m thinking of the great work that a lady ‘Inki Mandt’ does with the desert lions in Namibië. Incredible effort they put in to save the last populations through reaching out to the farmers, providing kraals and ways to keep predators away from their livestock. Despite this the lions are still poisoned and hunted by many. Almost feels like a losing battle they are fighting in the west but they still put the effort in. My heart goes out to those in the west and others dedicating their lives to this cause🥹🙏🏻 We will chat soon Antonis, blessings from SA🇿🇦
@@cs-wildcam Blessings Christof ! Once again thank you for your amazing work and your love for the wildlife 🙏👍🙏
Grettings, Zaza born latest of 2020.
Thank you for the info Oscar! 🦁😄
wow, that is a beautiful king. He is gorgeous. he looks very relaxed. I think you’re right about it being Zaza because if you notice his hair sticking up on top of his head, it has a dark brown streak in it and the other picture of Zaza has the exact same marking. waiting on lions is part of the trip I enjoy it very much. they have excellent profiles very handsome kings. I love watching them. he’s thinking there’s a nice chap in his truck. lol. I wonder if he’ll stay with his brother or get up and leave. you would think they get up and crossover before it gets too hot. Wow. Awesome sight of the two kings. it looks like they had to sleep a little bit so they could get up and walk to the shade. Excellent. thanks for video❤❤❤❤
Thanks so much as always! Yep, almost 100% sure it’s him✅ didn’t think I’ll have to wait that long for the two boys to get up and move. And of course they move in the opposite direction It’s great getting to know the lions and other animals of the area. I became so use to the Greater Kruger with all its inhabitants Thanks again take care!🦁🦁🙏🏻
Wow! I’m so glad you were able to find Zaza! He is getting huge and so is his brother! Not sure if it’s Zano or Zozo but either way these boys are going to be as big as their fathers. I’m glad Zaza escaped the attack from his father and uncles and doesn’t seem to be carrying any injuries from the altercation. Beautiful footage, can’t wait for the next one! Thank you for finding my favorite young lion, Zaza! 🦁
Me too Peter! At the time when I moved into the sighting I wasn’t sure. As time went by he looked more familiar with the images I’ve seen. Rome wasn’t build in a day, and getting to know the animals this side will take time Appreciate your comment and the extra info is invaluable I thank you, keep well bud🙏🏻🦁😄
Jyt sopas my dag gemaak, na ñ dag van harde werk op ñ Maandag middag!!!😂😅 Goeie werk bulla!!
As Ek een mens se dag kan maak Gideon dan is dit vir my n wen! Danki Ek waardeer so baie! Lekker week verder!🦁😄🙏🏻
Zaza has eight younger brothers , all love him. This is probably zozo thats with him now . Both close in age , then zoza third oldest and a fourth one in this age but i cant remember his name . Zaza was a great help to the lionesses in taking down prey. After his father's attacked him the lionesses went searching for him. His younger brothers often are seen together with him and zozo. They will be a force in the future as his brothers comeof age.
Appreciate the info Gene thank you! Looking forward to watch their journey. Although they will probably end up somewhere else far from their natal territory in the nearby future. Will enjoy the time with them while it lasts. Of all nine brothers and half brothers they would probably fragment into 2-3 per coalition. Maybe not. They will without a doubt propagate their genetics far and wide when they become pride males for those who survives one day! Thanks again much appreciated!🙏🏻🦁😄
@Gene: incredible! Imagine a coalition of 8 🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁. The boys would be the next Mapogos. Thanks much for the info 🙏
Thank you for these videos of the Lions and all other wildlife in Kruger! They make my day extra special !!😊👍
It’s such a pleasure making your day Wendy! Thanks a lot appreciate the comment and looking forward to keep on building this series until the day I physically can’t anymore ! 😂🦁😄 Take care!🇿🇦
I've been watching your content for a few years now. I'm very impressed with how you can use your knowledge of the local wildlife and your creativity and expertise and presenting and photographing these beautiful creatures. It's like we were in a private reserve and no one else ever was around but us and you're telling us about these wonderful Lions. Keep it up my friend
Really appreciate this comment bud thank you very much! I can add that all of this doesn’t come easy and I make so many mistakes along the way. The heartbeat of the Timbavati series I always saw as a stepping stone to something bigger one day. I’m trying to improve every time I compile the content even if I didn’t really get what I was looking for. My new wildlife filming vehicle is arriving this weekend and believe that it will enhance everything that I try and achieve. Let’s see how it goes. Appreciate your loyal following thank you from the bottom of my heart! Until next time, cheers for now🍻🙏🏻😄🦁
Another awesome video Christof!!!🙌
Thank you Auntie Es❤️🙏🏻🦁
ZaZa looking soo big like his Gomo Dad 🖤ZoZo too yay !!!!
His a big boy for sure!🦁😄
Stem saam met Gideon hierbo! Na al die inspirasie en energie wat so op Maandag deur ‘n man se are vloei, word die dag afgesluit en ontlont met ‘n Leeu episode uit ooste! Uitstekende video!
Ek waardeer so baie dankie vir die mooi komment Ian! Ek hoop vir julle part dat die week makliker word. Ek sal hierdie kant aanhou vertroosting bring uit die wildtuin 🙏🏻😄🦁🇿🇦
Great video and visual of the two young lions,looking relaxed and healthy. Thank you Christof.
They were in good shape Nerine Especially after the run in with the fathers. Take care, chat soon! 🦁😄
Good luck future 🦁🦁King
Thanks for the beautiful videos. Much appreciated ❤
Only my pleasure Carol! Thank you🙏🏻🇿🇦🦁
Yes sir , ZaZa and ZoZo I do believe..great find buddy been worried about him since the dad and uncles put time to go up son lesson..
Happy that I could film him for you guys! Wasn’t my best work but at least something to keep the ball rolling. My aim is to bring the latest content and updates. As recent as possible! 😉🦁😄
Thank you so much Christoph amazing sightings
Always a pleasure my friend ❤️🙏🏻
They are stunning. To be honest, I laughed every time you said it was getting too hot for them or they should be moving soon....they were thinking 'Dude, you're not our boss, we do what we want to do'...... I knew they were going to walk the other way....I was yelling at them, saying you waited so long, the least they could have done was walk towards you. So inconsiderate 🦁😆 Thanks Christof.....another beautiful video.
Hahaha!! That’s Murfies law for you right there. That’s why I thought later on that they must be working on a tan because it’s just getting to hot?! 🥵 😂 I’m happy that my misjudgment was amusing to you! Life’s to short Appreciate your comments as always thanks so much 🙏🏻😄🦁🇿🇦
Oh hello there, Handsome 💕 So this IS Zaza. What a magnificent & intimidating specimen he is! O M 🦁, an other gladiator just entered the stage. The duo looked simply glorious in the morning sun. Christof, do you feel fortunate to be in their presence, amidst nature & its magic? You are rich. For many, we have to imagine or dream of the actual sensory of being there. Human-wildlife conflict is so contentious & deeply rooted in SES issues. It’s not just SA/Africa but a global quandary. Humans are the problem for other species. We are the reason that some species have been extinct & many are endangered. We, however, can change to ameliorate. There’s a will, there’s a way. Let’s speak on their behalf. Let’s tell their stories. Madiba, rally the Madibs tribe. Let hope abound ☀️ (ps: congrats on your new vehicle 🍾)
Fukatrum my friend! Thanks again for your brilliant comment! It’s been another full day from 4am this morning so it feels like I need a dictionary to dissect your written articulation! 😂 I agree with everything that you say about human and wildlife conflict. It’s a sad and concerning topic and I always hope that a good balance is eventually reached! Every morning I enter the park and that fresh air hits my face while I’m scanning for cats or filming them, or interpreting their behaviour I can feel in my heart that I’ve found my calling. Even on the bad days there’s a silver lining to what I do! And I will do this until I physically can’t! Thank you, Suzie Quattro is arriving tomorrow and I’m counting every second! She is a small but rug-get, tough little custom converted Suzuki Jimny 🤩😂🙌🏻 It will add and improve my productions in all facets! Looking forward to show you guys! Madiba voice- I thank you 🙏🏻🦁❤️
Well christoff that's how to start the week.that was exactly the info I was looking for. Thank you again my friend.😊
Always a pleasure Anthony! Was great seeing these young Vurhami boys, made me think of the young Machaton males in the Timbavati 2012-2013. Also the Birmingham breakaway males! Cheers bud!🍻🇿🇦🦁
Beautiful males. Thanks a bunch Christof
Always a pleasure thanks as always 😄🙏🏻
Yes great christof found him 👏 can't wait for next lice ur videos
I was stoked when I realised it might be him! Until next time👍😄🦁 Thank you for the comment!
Thank you Chritof! I had to share all over FB! ❤
Always appreciate Dee thanks so much for sharing this 🙏🏻😄🦁🇿🇦
Awesome video, thanx a ton
Thank you Dionell appreciate the comment 😄🦁it’s my pleasure
Let's see how his is doing ,thanks for the video ,I've been looking for updates on zaza but so has a million others😂
Exciting, it is zaza and his brother, they are huge, these boys going to be bigger than their fathers. Great footage, You are a Zoologist, you study animals life I enjoy Chris as always. Besafe, until next time.
Thank you Falana! Appreciate as always you are such a consistent and loyal follower of my work and I really appreciate it! How cool wil it be to actually meet one day?🤔🇿🇦 Take care and chat soon!
Awesome Lion sighting 🔥🔥🔥
Thank you my Brother! ✊😄🦁🙏🏻
Wow bro u find it dis us leeet bro
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Chistof, what a fantastic sighting and follow up with these young males. I'd love to see what the future holds for them and where they will set up their own territory.
Thank you Linda! Little far from the road but at least nicely in the open! Curious where they will end up eventually 🤔 Take care!😄🦁
Bro when i see dis Young male i miss birmingham breakaway haha
Exactly what whent through my mind!😂 miss those boys
Zaza looking healthy son of the monster Tank can’t tell if the other is zano or zozo
Hope to see Tank soon🤞🏻lovely to meet these boys!🦁😄
It's one of the two I would say Zano is the one they call Tank Jr if I had to guess this would be him, but it could be Zozo. It's definitely Zaza. Thank you he looks to be OK they are just going to have to be careful around the ladies. They are entering a testing time as for now. Being Nomadic is when a lot of lions lose their life. I wish them well on their journey. Much appreciated to you Christof for all your time and everything else that it takes to do this and for you to share it with us its greatly appreciated with respect. Peace Love and positive energy.
@@buffiesilver trying to keep up with all the zzzz’s Buffie😂yes the Nomadic fase is a dangerous one alone. Hopefully out of the nine, he will at least have 3-4 brothers join him on this quest. The Birmingham breakaway males were six together but hardly stayed like that. Sharing food becomes an issue. Positive energy your way as well Buffie take care🙏🏻😄🦁
@@cs-wildcam I love that yes all the Zzzz's. Going to be trickery. 😂
@@buffiesilver identifying lions as you see them at that very moment is much more difficult then leopards. Unless there is a unique feature like Zaza or split nose for instance. Otherwise, most of the time they all look the same. I love the challenge and I’m up for it but it will take time with the change in lion dynamics. Even in the Timbavati there were so many new faces that rocked up and disappeared the very next day. Nothing worth while in this life of ours comes easy I guess. Chat soon
Soos altyd baie dankie Christof Nog n karakter maak sy debuut verskynsel in Kruger unlocked Ek dink jy het baie mense bly gemaak met die video van Zaza (veral as ek die comments lees😁) en dan lyk hy nog mooi gesond ook en sonder beserings🎉 Dankie vir die konstante videos en al die moeite dit maak rerig n verskil in n mens se dag💯😁
Net n plesier Christiaan! Dankie vir jou komment waardeer hartlik my maat! Gaan more oggend weer uit, was maar still met die groot katte die laaste paar dae. Probeer om so konstant moontlik te bly vir die kykers maar dit bly n challenge en n half! Was opgewonde gewees toe Ek besef dat dit hy is omdat Ek geweet het hy word met n seer hart gesoek. En hulle het perdvris en gesond gelyk soos twee stoet bulle vani vrystaat🦁🦁😄👌🏻 Goed gaan met jou mata sterkte vir die week! Weereens dankie!
Hopefully he wait for more of his brothers to join him before he go find his own pride.
Let’s hope so🤞🏻 the large coalitions are devastating to other lion populations but formidable when spreading their genes 🧬
Hopefully he does but they are animals so he might not be as strategic
He looks like a survivor.
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Fantastic sighting of these gorgeous lions! I wish Australia's national parks had lions wandering around. Thank you for sharing, Christof. In the distance, at the right side of the screen, are they lions I can see? Starting at timestamp approximately 1:30 for about one minute, and then again at timestamp approximately 2:57 to 3:46.🦁🦁🦁🦁
Only a pleasure Fiona! As always thanks for the ongoing support! Yep, we as South Africans are spoilt to have the KNP in our back yard. I think the park keeps us all sane😂🇿🇦 I had a look now but I couldn’t see anything. Sometimes I catch myself self seeing things that I really want to see that’s actually rocks or logs or a running impala, and the first thought is a lion🤪 Have you ever traveled to SA and will that be something on your bucket list my friend? Thanks again and take care on your side!😄🙏🏻🦁
@@cs-wildcam Would love to visit SA sometime in the future to see these amazing lions up close. Definitely bucket list wish 🙏. Sometimes those animals that I spotted look like impalas or lions; it's very hard to tell. Would they be part of the pride of these two brothers? 😊
@@Fiona-lp5hx that’s great, well when you are ready please give me a shout! The impala are currently in the rutting season so the males are running up and down because of all the oestrogen around them. Maybe it was some impala passing back there🤔😉 I had an incredible morning with a pride of 20-25 lions! Home now and now the editing process starts🤦🏻♂️🥵🎉🦁 Take care, chat soon!
@@cs-wildcam Thank you for the interesting facts about the impalas. OMG, can hardly wait to see your next episode with 20+ lions!!! Thanks Christof.🦁🦁🦁❤
Ahora empieza el peligro para ellos. Su baza a favor es que son los hijos de unos machos formidables y desde pronto han demostrado ser buenos cazadores.
Thanks for the comment. Usually there is a translate option. Not this time. Would you mind translating it to English sir ?🦁😄
@@cs-wildcam sorry. I cant speak english. I say this young lions are excellent hunters. Maybe they can survive alones.
@@jorgerey1646 appreciate the comment Jorge! Looking forward to see them hunting one day🙏🏻🤞🏻🦁 take care thanks again!
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