In the murky waters of a Kenyan river, a dramatic encounter occurred when a dead elephant became the center of a fierce battle between a pride of lions and a crocodile encroaching on their territory. Captured in Samburu, Africa, the confrontation showcased the intense struggle for dominance over the elephant’s carcass.
The lions, intent on protecting their meal and ensuring the safety of their cubs, attacked the crocodile with aggressive tactics, clawing and biting at its tough, armored legs.
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Vietnamese photographer Hung Ta, 50, witnessed the event from a safari van after hearing reports about the ongoing clash over the vehicle’s radio.
As the crocodile snapped its jaws and the lions fiercely defended their prize, the battle peaked when the crocodile finally retreated to deeper waters.
Hung Ta described the scene: “For a while, there was a standoff with neither making the first move, but I believe the lion, concerned for its cubs, acted first. Soon, other lions joined in, clawing and biting at the crocodile’s legs while carefully avoiding its powerful jaws.”
The crocodile attempted to approach but was ultimately forced to withdraw. Reflecting on the intensity of the encounter, Hung Ta expressed amazement, noting how rare it is to witness such a struggle between these two powerful predators, each fully aware of the other’s formidable strength.
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