This image is of the female leopard, "Fig". It was taken in Kenya's Olare Motorogi conservancy in 2019. Regrettably, Fig was killed by a male lion 3 years later at age 13.
In the world of African leopards, Fig was a "superstar", with a global following. I feel fortunate to have been able to observe and photograph her during her lifetime.
The "backstory" on Fig is extensive, So much so, that present space is inadequate for a proper response. Alternately, you can Google, using the search "Fig the leopard". You will be overwhelmed.
This image is of the female leopard, "Fig". It was taken in Kenya's Olare Motorogi conservancy in 2019. Regrettably, Fig was killed by a male lion 3 years later at age 13.
In the world of African leopards, Fig was a "superstar", with a global following. I feel fortunate to have been able to observe and photograph her during her lifetime.
The "backstory" on Fig is extensive, So much so, that present space is inadequate for a proper response. Alternately, you can Google, using the search "Fig the leopard". You will be overwhelmed.
The Serengeti sticks with you. I had some work in Nairobi in 1990 and took some time off to safari at Little Governor's on the Mara. I wonder about the descendants of the cats I saw there when I look at the pictures. I have one of the last northern (white) rhino in area, who was sadly awaiting his fate which came not long after.