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An extreme close-up of a lioness grooming herself. Her pink, textured tongue is visible as it licks the golden fur of her companion. The focus is tight on her face and the rough papillae of her tongue, with a backdrop of green savanna grass.

Grooming Rituals of the Pride

Details, Wildlife
08 May 2026

08 May 2026

Taken in Masai Mara. We were lucky to capture this lioness, indolently caressing and grooming herself. The scene was so peaceful. I zoomed in as much as my telephoto allowed. I would like to...