RIP Cecil

[puglover]

With the internet and quick cell phone pictures and videos, things become public very quickly for good and bad. I think on the positive side, public opinion will impact on unjust or inhumane practices. Zimbabwe hopefully will have fewer and fewer people willing to pay big money to risk this kind of publicity. Palmer may not ever be prosecuted but I doubt his life will ever be the same. I know of a very well known equestrian who had some unfortunate pictures of one of his horses that went viral and cost him at the very least several big sponsors, not to mention his reputation.

 

[Cachoo]

I don't think I will ever understand the "Palmers" of the world. That said I did watch the 60 Minutes piece about the places in Texas who provide game for these hunters. But unlike the wild they have large herds and keep the healthiest, youngest and biggest to keep the line strong. And, if they are telling the truth, less than 20 percent are used for the hunts. And the hunters, in effect, pay to keep the rest of the herd alive and well. Many are species that either are or might be in trouble soon.
Like I said, I don't like any of it. But if I had to choose between two evils I would take this. I wish we would leave the truly wild animals alone.

 

[sk8pics]

That picture of Palmer is not with Cecil, but a lion he previously killed.

 

[Buzz]

A 60 year old elephant described as one of Zimbabwe's largest has been killed in a legal hunt by a German hunter.
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-34552750

 

[Cachoo]

Another life cut short for NOTHING.

 

[sk8pics]

A 60 year old elephant described as one of Zimbabwe's largest has been killed in a legal hunt by a German hunter.
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-34552750

I don't understand why it's legal to kill animals that are struggling to survive.

 

[Buzz]

Florida holds hunt to kill 320 bears.
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-34630592

 

[Meoima]

A 60 year old elephant described as one of Zimbabwe's largest has been killed in a legal hunt by a German hunter.
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-34552750

Why kill elephant??? Why?? We almost have none left here in our country. Why these people are so sick?

 

[rvi5]

A year later, Cecil's cubs are still alive and well under Jericho's protection.

Photos of some of the now older cubs appear near the bottom of this article.

 

[Japanfan]

A year later, Cecil's cubs are still alive and well under Jericho's protection.

 

[sk8pics]

A year later, Cecil's cubs are still alive and well under Jericho's protection.

Photos of some of the now older cubs appear near the bottom of this article.

I had read in another article recently that the cubs are not seen with Jericho, but are living in his territory. It's a tribute to the lionesses that the Cubs are still alive. And they're old enough that it's likely they would be viewed as potential mates, rather than competition. So, yay for the moms, and yay for Jericho not killing them.

 

[rvi5]

I read an article which mentioned some of the cubs were seen playing, while Jericho was nearby watching. Even if Cecil's pride has not been absorbed into Jerichos. His nearby presence would provide some protection. Other male lions would be hesitent to start trouble within Jerichos territory. The fact they were already two prides living together before Cecil's death, may have made it easier for Jericho to accept their presence within his territory.

 

[sk8pics]

I read an article which mentioned some of the cubs were seen playing, while Jericho was nearby watching. Even if Cecil's pride has not been absorbed into Jerichos. His nearby presence would provide some protection. Other male lions would be hesitent to start trouble within Jerichos territory. The fact they were already two prides living together before Cecil's death, may have made it easier for Jericho to accept their presence within his territory.

Oh yes, I agree Jericho played an important role. But it's not exactly like he took them in. I agree, it probably helped that there were already 2 prides.

What broke my heart, was hearing about Jericho wandering on the edge of their territory, calling softly for Cecil after he was killed.

 

[rvi5]

...What broke my heart, was hearing about Jericho wandering on the edge of their territory, calling softly for Cecil after he was killed.

Sad. I recall it was thought Jericho had abandoned the two prides, but he was just searching for Cecil. Didn't they lose one cub to a roving male lion while Jericho was away?

However, in addition to Cecil's remaining cubs surviving, Jericho has since sired a couple new cubs...

http://www.classicsafariafrica.com/blog/2016/01/jerichos-new-cubs-at-the-hide/

 

[Artistic Skaters]

*** Son of Cecil the lion killed by trophy hunter :
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2017/jul/20/son-of-cecil-the-lion-killed-by-trophy-hunter

Xanda was the pride male in a group with two adult lionesses and cubs which roamed near the boundary of the national park. “He was shot 2km from the park boundary, which is a hop and a skip for a lion,” Loveridge said.

The scientists want a 5km no-hunting zone around the park. “It is something we have suggested for years,” he said. “But there is a lot of resistance because a lot of the hunting happens right on the boundary, because that is where the animals are. The photo-tourism operators in Hwange are very keen to have that discussion. They are annoyed that this has happened.”

 

[twinsissv]

*** Son of Cecil the lion killed by trophy hunter :
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2017/jul/20/son-of-cecil-the-lion-killed-by-trophy-hunter

 

[Japanfan]

*** Son of Cecil the lion killed by trophy hunter :

Trophy hunting raises the question 'what is wrong with people?'

Understanding how anyone could take pleasure in killing such a magnificent beast is completely beyond me. It's sick and sad both - speaks to the worst of human nature IMO.

 

[Buzz]

Terrible news.