Frikkie Von Solms isn't your ordinary pet owner. His "pet" and best friend happens to be a 560lb (254kg) lion named Zion. The native South African has spent the past 11 years raising Zion, after rescuing him from captivity as a cub. These touching images show their affectionate bond with one another. There is also a bonus video at the end that you won't want to miss.
Bonus Video
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Amazing Nature: Can a Lion Fend Off 20 Hyenas?
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The Wonderful Wildlife of Hidden Places
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This Wildlife Photographer Barely Escaped an Eagle Attack
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2:41
A Flower Timelapse to Make Your Soul Bloom With Joy!
This timelapse video showcases a kaleidoscope of stunning flowing blooming before your eyes!
7:58
Beautiful Nature Moment: Puffin Goes Hunting For His Chick
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Intimate Portraits of Tigers and Leaoprds in the Wild
These majestic photographs only celebrate the power and beauty of tigers.
9:47
Smart Crow Forms a Special Bond With the Man Who Saved Him
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4:54
Pigeons Have Played a Massive Role in World History
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Australia Is Home to Some of the World’s Cutest Animals
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The Fascinating Ways Animals See the World
This is what the world looks like through the eyes of different animals.
These Beautiful Photos Depict Penguins in All Their Glory..
These photos will melt your heart with cuteness.
The Astonishingly Beautiful World of Seahorses and Dragons!
Who knew these bizarre little creatures can be so beautiful?
These 24 Gems and Minerals Will Take Your Breath Away
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Must Watch: The Invisible Miracles of Nature
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5:18
Super Slow Mo: How Do Dogs Get Up So Fast?
This incredible slow mo camera video shows once and for all how dogs get from lying down to standing so fast.
4:08
This Elephant Rescue Story is Sure to Melt Your Heart
The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust does amazing work at rescuing orphaned elephants and preparing them to live back in the wild. This video is sure to warm your heart
3:29
Watch This Adorable Pika Steal Food from Its Neighbors
This thief of a pika found an interesting way to find food.
Witness the Beauty of Birds in This Gorgeous Collection
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Here Are 10 of The Most Spectacular Forests in the World
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You Won’t Believe This Most Magical Winter Place: Lapland!
If there's one place that is synonymous with Christmastime, it has to be Lapland, the snowy, wintery home of reindeer, Santa and the Northern Lights!
You'll Only Get to See These Beautiful Flowers in Spring
Here's a collection of some of the most stunning images that showcase the beauty of these lovely trees.
Witness the Stunning Majesty of the Birds of India
If you're a bird lover, then few places on this planet are more ideal for you than India. Find out why here.
Iguazu Falls Are Definitely Going on My Bucket List
Iguazu Falls are often called the most beautiful waterfalls in the whole world. Take a look at these stunning shots to see if you agree.
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Crows Often Get a Bad Rep, But They Are Awesome!
Crows often get a bad rap. But these crafty birds truly deserve to be loved and admired!
58:52
These People Have the Most Extraordinary Bond With Animals
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22 Award-Winning Photos That Capture the Power of Nature
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30 Beautifully Mysterious Creatures of the Animal Kingdom
If it was down to me, photography would be nothing more than this: pure, unadulterated photos of lovely wild animals. Here's 30 of the best.
Enjoy Gorgeous Flowers Accompanied By Inspiring Quotes
These flowers are truly stunning, and when they're juxtaposed with some amazing quotes, their beauty is even more apparent. Enjoy this beautiful post.
See Stunning Bird Photos From the Annual Audobon Awards
A great nature shot is always stunning to behold, however this award-winning bird photography is something else altogether. Here are the Audobon Awards winners.
Discover the World of Beautiful Wild Cats
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These Have Got to Be Some of the World Strangest Plants
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Warning! The Following Baby Animals Will Melt Your Heart!
12 photographs that prove its not just puppies and kittens that are adorable. These oddball animal babies will melt your heart.
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9 Bizarre Dog Behaviors Explained in One Video
Watch this video for explanations about 9 'bizarre' canine behaviors.
These Siamese Fighting Fish Look Like Rainbows
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When Animals Love, We Get Wonderful Moments Like These
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The Colors of These Birds are Ravishing!
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2025 Nature Photography Awards: 17 Stunning Winners
The 2025 World Nature Photography Awards winners will leave you speechless.
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Nature Video: The Most Fascinating Facts About Owls
This video looks at the biology, behavior, and myths surrounding owls, separating folklore from fact and explaining why these birds dominate the night.
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Unbelievable! I Have Never Seen Animals Act Like This!
When you're out in the wilderness or outdoors, you're at the mercy of Mother Nature, and crazy things can happen. If you're lucky, like these guys, you might get to catch those things on camera!
Nature: What Made Two Groups of Chimpanzees Go to War?
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Watch With Us as We Witness a Butterfly Transformation
The transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly is one of nature's greatest sights.
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6 Unusual Animals From Ancient Egypt That No Longer Exist
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