American Tourist Killed by Lion | Kevin Richardson - The Lion Whisperer responds
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- I've been asked a lot recently about the recent tragic incident where a lady lost her life from a lion attacking through an open window.
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The Kevin Richardson Wildlife Sanctuary's mission is to provide a self-sustaining African carnivore sanctuary for the purposes of wild species preservation through education, awareness and funding, especially pertaining to the rapid decline of large carnivores in Africa due to habitat loss, human-predator conflict, unscrupulous hunting, disease and their illegal trade.
To raise awareness, Kevin has now set up his UA-cam Channel 'LionWhispererTV'. The channel is all about raising awareness about not only the declining numbers of lions, but also how this rapid decrease is happening. By watching these videos, you are directly contributing to our scheme of land acquisition.
Kevin captures the majority of his footage on GoPro cameras, allowing the viewer to get as close as possible to the lions.
By doing this, Kevin hopes to give people an insight into the lives of these beautiful creatures and to let them see just what they can do to help. You can nearly touch them.
It's hard to concentrate on what you're saying when your girl's sitting there looking so beautiful.
r/ihadastroke
When humans get attacked by sharks in the ocean it's a no brainier. So these incidents are the same; if you go into environments that have a risk factor people are responsible for the situations they put themselves in 9xs out of 10. Wish I could nuzzle up next to a Big cat one day.
Z
Plus , she wants to cuddle..
Bo Didley ..
_you a furry_
People invade an animal's territory and then complain they get attacked
*cough cough* harambe *cough cough*
@@milkman8467 exactly
oh well, natural selection
Length Feature true but also sometimes people are minding their own business and get attacked
@@ActionJackson010 Animals never attack without a reason
She's like stop talking an cuddle me
So true
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@@Pyred89 ok
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Amy was such a beautiful, loving lioness. I'm so grateful we have these videos of her still, to remember her by. You are missed, gorgeous girl.
She sure is. 🙏
"why can you cuddle a lioness freely, no attack at all?"
Well, looks like he's part of the prides, and you're not. That's it.
That exactly it... to them ... he is one of them. They would protect him with their lives if they thought they had to. They don’t think of him as a human... but even for him he always has to be on his guard. He because he is one of them has to go by Lion Society rules. He also has to do all the safety rules even with them. Never turn your back... never make them think you are staring at them in the eyes and NEVER EVER RUN. It’s very much the same with the domestic version. If you know what to look for in cat language you’ll find it’s very much the same. Size is the difference and especially the Big Cats know this. If these were any other Lions... he couldn’t do this with them. By having the scent of these Lions on him... to any other Prides IT WOULD BE WAR. They would kill him.
@@TheCatzMeowMix but what if they start attacking someone? Dont they have to run?
lps_ nyghtsky ...
Noooooo you NEVER run... they see you as prey. Lions run at 35 miles an hour ... only for short distances... but a human doesn’t stand a chance. If they start attacking someone... they’re done unfortunately. You never look them in the eyes directly... especially the males. They look it as a direct challenge to their authority. All you can do is hope it’s a mock charge... watch their body language... but with that you have to know what to look for. Lions go for the throat or can go for the back of your neck. Lions like Serval are a lot BIGGER than you see them on TV. Their roar is heard 5 miles around by humans and 30 miles around by other Lions. Even the females are bigger than they look. You don’t show fear... you can also die for that.
I visit the Lion Habitat Ranch once a year... and know one of the keepers there. These are the MGM Lions that we’re at the MGM Grand hotel in Vegas. There is a video of one of the new keepers when they were still there. The new keeper showed too much fear and was attacked by the male for it. Bentley bit his leg and got him cornered. Marina got in between them and saved the keepers life. Bentley had every right to kill Marina for getting in his way. This is a Challenge to Bentley’s authority. The keeper that was not attacked is the one I know.
When there is a Domestic Cat colony... the rules of both their Societies are almost identical.
I asked John about if they ever got in fights at the Lion Habitat Ranch... they use fire extinguishers if that were to happen. Just like Kevin is with these Lions here... John can’t do this with Kevin’s Lions and the other way around. They see John as a member of their Prides too. It would be WAR as to them... they are Lions of separate Pride. It would be too dangerous. You will see a lot of the same behavior in Lions and Domestic Cat. The big difference here is SIZE.
There’s another video to look at where a calico challenges a female Lion. It’s Funny. As I say.... SIZE is the difference here. Keep in mind they are much bigger in person. One more video on here... cats in a house with a taxidermy Bobcat. ITS HILARIOUS!!!!!
Look at the scratches on his arm looks like they always don’t get along
Jr_cdn Rockers ... They do get along...but keep in mind that Lion claws are an inch long. This is the Lions version of Domestic Cat scratches in play or affection. If they really wanted to scratch him if he annoyed one of them... they would. They would discipline him like any other Lion in the Pride. They wouldn’t be thing about the difference in size... or species.
i'm kind of bad because i completely ignored him speaking and just stared at the lioness
wow so bad
Michel Arostique you is so naughty
Lol your a bad girl, ignored him and just kept looking at pussy , shame on you ...😜
Well I was neither listening to him and watching the lion, because I was reading the comments
Such a beautiful cat! Thank you, thought I was the only one.😄
4 years ago and UA-cam randomly shows this to me😶
Taochi IKR
Yup
Right
Same! I thought this was new news!
I didnt even realize this wasnt new till I saw your comment!
Amy, was a magnificent beauty. RIP Amy and bless your heart and bless Kevin for giving you a wonderful home that you could have enjoyed such freedom and such love and devotion.
@AnticommentWarrior is leukemia common in animals ?
@God Love well, this lion won't attack Kevin, since he knows how to read them and he's part of the pride.
Ahhh, he-heh, Amy was just a puddy-tat.
A **BIG** puddytat with fangs and a razorlike, foot-long tongue! But she just wanted a cuddle.....
dont think AMy can read the text
@@frankjames1955 Neither can dead people but we still leave messages of love and respect.
It's just like swimming in the ocean with sharks or whatever. You're in their world. Gotta respect and be mindful of your surroundings.
Lions wont just kill you either
Im just saying that sharks wont just kill you unless provoked and i feel like that would be the same things with lions...not sure if that came out clear lol...
I dont know lions but ive been binge watching his videos and i feel that lions have reasons on why they do what they do...and in this case tourists were in their home and environment and not that the lady diserved to get hurt it just shouldnt put the blame on the lions
@@ashliebecerra1622 yup completely understood what you meant we should make lion shark hybrids. Jk
@@NostalgicTribe lmao totally
These are wild animals and they need to be respected. I see people steer a wide berth around a dog that they don't know. Yet they think the wild animals in a preserve are okay to pet.
Lasciel The-Fallen a lack of realistic education.
TTTTHHANK YOU !!!! I'm sorry for the loss but the SIGN SAYS STAY IN YOUR VEHICLE for a REEEAAAASON !!!!
I work with domestic animals for a living, and I was just thinking how ignorant so many people are to common animal body language cues indicating potentially dangerous situations. If they're so clueless about the species we normally live with, I'm not surprised by the lion incident. Beside the fact that whenever I hear these kinds of stories, it always seems to involve someone thinking a wild animal's behavior is predictable, ( as in all the people who believe they can approach them closely for photographs ).
@@AAC12345 i don't think its a lack of realistic Education people just don't care. You could give a group of people all the information in the world all the warnings only a small % will actually listen and obey those warnings.
Example at Bondi beach sydney Australia there are clear signs written in multiple languages. Stating the dangers of rips and to swim between the flags. Do you think people listen to that nope the lifeguards pull 100s of people out of rips even twice because people don't listen.
No amount of Education will prevent stupidity.
Some people just love to piss animals off it's so dumb
This just got put in everyone’s recommended
Yeah weird
@@tmoney0212 Indeed
I know right? Tcheno blyat!
I know right
It was in mine
Amy has so much love and affection , such a special little girl
Amy there thinking: "There he goes again...talking to himself"
The Script Writer thanks for the lol
😂😂😂😂😂
Gorgeous, brave girl Amy always glad to see vids of you, miss you. 😢
Lol you think?
@@sonofmyheart You miss a savage wild animal? Nice
The lioness in the video passed away recently because of leukemia. Rest in peace, Amy. ❤ I love you.
So sad 😥😥😭
Poor lioness... My aunt's Rottweiler had to be euthanized to spare him from cancer... Rest in peace Amy and Jasper.
Heartbreaking
@Harold Jenkins You deserve it too
Rip beautiful lioness
Amy is thinking: "Here we go again, Kevin talking to himself"
Lol
I was wondering how weird the lion thinks that is.
lili M 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Lolol
Nick MaGrick That lioness absolutely adores Kevin. Our cats act the same way when they are happy, with the slow blinking and head rubs. She’d be purring madly if lions purred.
Humans kills lots and lots of animals
Lion kills a human
Humans: you weren’t supposed to do that
True
well said
I could say that if a chicken killed a man
Humans are actually protecting lions
Well said
@@adnanshah7122 Protecting them from what, other lions? No, from humans, of course.
I don't know why people are so shocked, it's kind of obvious why restrictions are made and by not fallowing them you can pay with life. Safari rides are not petting zoos, those are wild animals and can attack without a warning. It's not that hard to understand.
wonsz Yes, people don't think these are wild animal and they hunt other animals for their meal. We as human are easy meat/target. We might tasted like chicken. ( As if she invited the lion for easy meal. When she leave her window down/open the window simple lion just doing what lions do best to kill. She might smoked too much crack!!!!)
wonsz People, humanity and especially americans are a bit clueless in their superiority complex. Simply put, they don't use their brains. With warnings about keeping "windows up and doors locked AT ALL TIMES" all over the park, she made the fatal mistake to think it didn't apply to her and her pictures were more important than her own life. cest la vie....
sotxbob Exactly. My sincere apology to some people, but the lionesses like many other animals do not always go along your selfish whim. Lock the door of your car and pull up your windows. Get your air conditioner running.
wonsz Totally agree.There are countless videos on YT where loins have made a kill,then an open top range rover get´s real close to take photos.The pride could feel threatend and attack.I just don´t get it.I love lions but no way am i gonna put my hand in it´s mouth.
+wonsz Most likely they are shocked out of the fact they want to actually blame the victim and in this case it is the LION---Not the women!! RULES ARE SET IN STONE FOR A REASON, AND THEY ARE MEANT NOT TO BE BROKEN!! There are natural laws within "CREATION"----That dictate how man deals, and acts around predatory animals!! LIKE STAYING away from them. But as more and more countries over on the continent of Africa---Find ways of making monies more and more people could be killed!!!
Look how she's eating up that love! No pun intended.
333 likes... I don wanna disturb them..
LMAOOOOO
Peggy it's strange to see a man with a lion like this.I don't know why the white man has a crazy way of being around lions like this is normal.This goes against nature in all of it forms.
@@rodneyjenkins3908 I don't understand it either, but you know what? I wish I could do what he's doing. I love cats! I find his position enviable, but I reserve a respectable amount of fear of the big cats.
@@peggystoutemorin4529 Because you know thru nature you not supposed to be around them like that to be dinner. You do respect nature in your response.
this guy has the best bodyguard I ever seen
David Dougher lol fact
I'm waiting comments like: pit bulls and mastiffs are stronger than lions Lol
+papa bless tiger
Ruth Tamesis No.
papa bless elephants are
Thank you for clarifying this for me - I shudder when I have in the past gone through the lion parks here where people spend most of their time hanging out their windows. As a South African brought up near the KNP I cringe at what can happen and the knowledge that the lion will suffer for human stupidity. Keep up your wonderful work- I truly appreciate both you, those wonderful,cats (and hyenas) and all that you do.
Lol the Lioness was just like 'shut up and kiss me Kevin'.
kek
Thanks! I studied at the University of Oxford. :)
Dogford - missed opportunities
Layla Bishop p
I think she likes hearing his voice she is bored of the usual wroaaaa
What a sweet lion.. I would be terrified but she’s beautiful
Disha Lovely
Tell me about it, she’s pretty but scary too.
@Jackercol To keep these animals as pets is just inhumane. Firstly, the Lions that you buy commercially have had their Mothers killed and been taken as cubs to be reared in captivity. Secondly, they are NOT pets , they are large, immensely powerful,pack animals. This guy doesn't look on his Lions as pets. He merely gives them a place to exist in relative safety and security. He has said on many occasions that the Lions ALLOW him to share their space and company and that he never makes the mistake of losing their trust. He's been quite badly bitten in the past when he HAS let his guard down and openly admits that the Lions were teaching him a lesson and reminding him who is top pf the food chain in this relationship.
But he is trusted by the lion
Lol. So would I.
She's like: "You've covered it. I have nothing to add. Kisses, please." Lol
cclark
That is so cute!😄😄😊😊🦁❤️💕
😂😂😂
She really did. So sweet
She wants to have sex
Aj Shakoor calm down weirdo
Kevin you are an Earth Angel caring for the lions, panthers, cheetahs and hyenas while educating people.
Am I the only one watching this in awe and jealousy seeing this man cuddling with that lion?
sjcsiba
same hea
I am 😂
Awwww Amy is soooo cute
Same, I’m so jealous.
sjcsiba no I want to do it. I have always wanted to spend a day with lions and tigers. It would be amazing. But, I'd also love to dedicate my life to these sort of animals for the rest of it. Such a shame I live in the UK
The lioness was thinking, "Yeah, tell them to stay away from us and keep their cameras and phones out of our faces. We would like a little privacy from time to time if that's not asking too much."
Most of all, keep the ones with guns away from us!
Yes because it makes complete sense to side with an animal that killed an innocent person
@@melodicmiserii I don't think it's siding with the animal (more a bit tongue in cheek above) but really, just the educational purposes in this video is important. I knew a park ranger that use to work in Yellowstone. He told me that he had to stop a man from trying to go through the bushes to a wild moose, because he wanted to put his toddler aged daughter on it's back to take a picture (I have tons of stories, and yes, some people try to do these dangerous things! And people from all over the world visit these national parks) It's good he was there to stop that man, because something tragic would have probably happened. The signs and warnings are there for everyone's protection, people and animals, and when people ignore those rules, sometimes bad things happen. I feel bad that the lady lost her life, but it could have been 100% completely avoided by following park rules and regulations. It's not the animals fault for being what it is... an apex predator protecting its territory and possibly (since it was a female) it's cubs.
@@melodicmiserii
How can you be so.... shallow minded? Are you from New York or Cali?
@@melodicmiserii people should know better, and we are by no means innocent. Many animals are endangered because of us.
That lion really loves you ❤️👍🏾
You have a doctorat in cats psychology ?
@@jimmydivicio838 face rubs are ways a cat shows affection.
I would be "lion" if I told you I disagreed.
Stan Smith nice one
@@honeynutcheerios1297 Hey, I try! Hope you have a splendid day!
Amy was so affectionate. What a sweetheart.
The love between you and the lioness warms my heart. So beautiful.
WOW!!! I can't believe how big her head is and how much she loves rubbing against you. That is just amazing!
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
All cats show affection with headbutts, whether it be your little house cat or a lion. Have years experience studying the behaviors of cats specifically the mountain lion, bobcat, caracal and serval.
Learama ws. -- She is rubbing her smell on him and his smell on her. And she does live him.
I lost track of what you're saying halfway through cause of amy's cuteness
lions have death in their eyes. They're killing machines with half the intelligence of dogs. They're simply too instinct based to ever have a completely safe relationship with.
@@jamesnm21 You obviously don't see the beauty of such creatures. If you think they are so strongly instinct based, then why do so many humans have a special relationship with them?
www.scientificamerican.com/article/lions-are-the-brainiest-of-the-big-cats/
Go to this site, and you will see that they are not dumb. Do your research, and have a nice day.
Also, you can't have a completely safe relationship with a dog either. no animal is truly domesticated.
@@andyo3637 I have read that article and many others regarding wild animal intelligence. One article is not enough to draw any kind of reliable conclusion. Keep digging and you'll find contradictory findings on virtually any topic of research. Wild animals are beautiful and relatively intelligent. They are also unpredictable including domesticated pets like dogs and cats.
Bungtan oh gosh
The bond between these two is precious but we all need to respect them too….their wild animals after all. So sorry to hear of her death.
She really loves you SO MUCH!
I died of heart attack due to this extreme cuteness 😁
It’s a wild animal it can turn on you at any moment
Sit On my dick true but so can humans
@@yunglorddaggerdick7505
"you" is subjective. Are you a average Joe shmo who has a lion or are you Kevin Richardson or equivalent in qualifications with an entire sanctuary studying these animal behavior for decades.?
Why did you choose your name "Sit on my dick" ? It seems strange to present yourself that way
Animal: *comes in our “Territory”*
Animal: *is killed*
Humans: *comes into animals territory* humans: *are killed*
Also humans: *(ᵒ̤̑ ₀̑ ᵒ̤̑)*
Uh oh!,a animal tard!?
solar chans time no it’s human comes into animal territory animal killed
Michaela Latham yeah that too 😂
solar chans time exactly for Harambe
Surprised pikachu face
Shes beautiful but huge look how big her head is 😳 truly a remarkable specimen 💯💯
Yes. Her head is big enough to fit his head in her mouth.
EXACTLY what I thought, until you have something to compare it to you don't understand the size
@@FromUR2UB - Yeah, I remember those dumb 'ol stunts the lion tamers would do in the old circus flix, etc.😲🤦🏾♀️ But yeah, I was looking at the size of her head compared to his too.😄 Beautiful sweet pawsome girl she is. 🦁🤗🥰
What I was thinking
Pretty typical for a lioness, no.?
I must have cried for hours when Amy died. 😭 justwatching the love Kevin had for her and the pain he felt so helpless. Just broke my heart to watch. But I know the love and care he gave her could not be matched by another person, she was blessed to know him.
Ya I 😭 for Amy and Kevin
I never realized just how massive a lioness’ head is...
Her nose is the span of his forehead! Imagine the torque of the bite from those jaws!
i never realized just how massive a lion is...
The males are even more impressive.
I know Lol
A tigers makes it look small;
I couldn't stop saying awww when she rubs her head on him. I love it when cats do that, it shows affection and trust.
+hhds113 It's so cute isn't it? Lions are just big cats! :) (LionWhispererTV Team)
Something about u has gotten me fallin in 💘 i respect u and what u do lookin to settle down plz let me know if ur single im a 28 yr blue eyes dark brown hair😍
Something about u has gotten me fallin in 💘 i respect u and what u do lookin to settle down plz let me know if ur single im a 28 yr blue eyes dark brown hair😍
Something about u has gotten me fallin in 💘 i respect u and what u do lookin to settle down plz let me know if ur single im a 28 yr blue eyes dark brown hair😍
Something about u has gotten me fallin in 💘 i respect u and what u do lookin to settle down plz let me know if ur single im a 28 yr blue eyes dark brown hair😍
*cuddles lion* Lions can be extremely dangerous *kisses lion*
True but this guy knows how to deal with them better than a lady in a car
Josh Shin especially a drunk lady that's rich
She ain't so rich now. She dead.
Josh Shin lol
Josh Shin exactly, rich ass arrogant tourists who think they can bend the rules and do whatever the fuck
"lions have lost their natural fear of people" ... and it appears that unfortunate lady lost her natural fear of lions.
That's the bottom line
🤣 Sorry 😒😂
@@Exscinatu he got a part of her
With him always
that unfortunate lady lost more than just a fear of lions cause she was stupid enough to open the window.natural selection
Or a more plausible reason, irresponsibility on the part of the park owner.
Why would you have your window down when lions are around that’s just idiotic
Because we need oxygen to breath dumbass, how else are we gonna breath air If the windows are up 🤦
@F2P OG it's called A\C..
@@Rhylee-m9v r/whoosh
@@demontimeyt4438 Cars do have air conditioning systems, so you can close the windows. Are you from medieval times?
@@ifeanyiikpegbu6465 I'm saying I'm joking. r/whoosh
Omg, look at this big cat, she's just so affectionate ❤❤
Like, omg
theindian mom I know I was just thinking "ahhh she's rubbing her head against his just like my cat does to me, but my cat couldn't rip my face off in a second Lol!
Just like normal pet cats
.....until she ate him.
@@chronicalslayy1612 - and it's that kind of thinking that puts people on the lion's dinner menu.
I don;t understand why people would drive through a lion reserve with their windows down in the first place, surely they must realise the danger.
Dee Ferry agree sister😎
Natural selection has other plans. Don't let them roll the windows up by choice. Will make so much more oxygen for smarter humans to have.
Josh Shin 😂😂🤦🏽♀️😂
its kinda like having sex without a condom, its a risk that I'm willing to take.
I think they actually don't realize the danger. It seems like some people don't realize the world around them is real, it's like they think they're in a movie or something.
I am sorry, I had to watch the video twice. I knew you were saying important stuff, but the first time around, I couldn't take my eyes off the magnificent Amy. She's so beautiful!
Amy was such a beautiful lioness! Bless her heart....RIP Amy.
@PARK didn't god kill a lot of animals in Noah's flood ? 😕 just saying
@PARK Bible fake
@PARK but... You are an outdated comedian! 😆😆😆
alex de pfeffel because of human beings, so it goes to show what we do affects animals as well.
just some guy living his best life said who you? Are you saying none of it ever happened? Who’s the author he/she must be a trillionaire by now?
dude: **tries to speak**
lioness: _pet me_
edit 2:it is by instinct though.trained or wild,instinct is still there.
Facts
Cooorrect
TRIL SoSa wtf
@@user-wx5sx5xt7e No you dont cuz I HAVE THE POWER OF GOD AND ANIME BY MY SIDE
Princess Jin what you just said makes me kill lions
I didn't read the title correctly and thought that this guy is goona get attacked by lioness while he was cuddling her.
After watching title correctly i was like :O
Me too!
Same
Yup
Same here.
Omg same!!!!
Lion: **has sharp teeth and claws that can kill people**
Humans: hEy LeTS oPeN oUr WiNDowS.
Well said Sherlock!!.
@@conexxmid63 Retards are humans too! 😁
@@conexxmid63 don’t use a fucking slur, if you wouldn’t use any other slur that you couldn’t reclaim like the n word, f word etc the don’t use the r word
@@conexxmid63 people use to refer to autistic and down syndrome people as the r slur so you saying that proves you don’t think disabled people are human
It’s like they aren’t dangerous but their one of the most deadliest animals in the world
robynalexx they are dangerous, and deadly. But if you show love they may show love too but when they get hungry they can ehh yes u know it
robynalexx Shiieeddd I ain't risking it!!
Am from Kenya and lemme tell you one thing,,, LIONS ARE ALMIGHTY TERRYFYING BEASTS,,,
They are very dangerous
THESE ARE VERY DRADY ANIMOLS DONT GET MISUNDERSTOOD SOLD MY WIFE FOR INTERNET CONNECTO SRY
Yes, people need to start respecting the rules. Lions are beautiful creatures, but they are wild animals. Even lions in preserves or whatever they're called still have natural instincts. This woman's death is sad, because any life taken early is devastating. However, rules should be followed.
Jessica L. when you don't follow rules and exercise common sense, bad stuff happen, this isn't a hard thing to understand but apparently people still continue to do stupid things. I don't really even feel sad in these incidents anymore, when you do something stupid, you have to deal with the consequences.
*reserves
Jessica L. Whoever doesn't know what you're saying and doesn't realize this need to be eaten by a wild animal anyway for humanity's sake.
Idiots (yes it is a shame) who don't follow the rules are like the real Wild Kingdom, the weak and stupid die.
Jessica L. O
She's a real lover girl. Beautiful isn't she?
Joseph M - She’s gorgeous, Kevin obviously had her from a cub, she sure does love the affection
At 2:06, " I did not say Stop 'Ruffling' Hooman.....😍
Joseph M how do u know it’s not a he?
SNKRhead Games - it’s a female, no mane different build from a male - go check it out
They can still be extremely dangerous even if raised from cubs, simple playful behavior can turn deadly in a blink of an eye. It takes a certain amount of "faith" to put yourself in a position like this with a lion, even domesticated cats are never truly domesticated.
I feel the pain.... looking at Kevin's forearm cuts from (I presume) playful lion interactions. Having seven little kitty-cats who just love to jump on me, I continually have scratches down my back, my legs and my body but, thankfully, none that wide or deep!
So great to see the mutual respect and affection between Kevin and the lions.
Greetings from America. I genuinely love this man. He motivates me to protect our wildlife and it's 100% BECAUSE of him and his work that I have given-up hunting. I just can't abide it anymore after watching the struggles this man has undertaken to protect wildlife and to preserve it. Though I NEVER trophy hunted (I always ate what I killed) I just can't do it anymore. I support this channel and this man and appreciate his insight into these mighty animals. Thank You for all you do and for showing me a different path. ~Kenneth aka Cynnister~
cynnister0021 I congratulate you for choosing not to kill, at least though it wasn't for trophy's which is just killing for the sake of killing and has no respect or reverence, to get food I understand but needlessly killing I don't. Cheers!
I am against trophy hunting but not hunting for food or defense
Joseph White. What is hunting for defence?
Graeme Pawlick self defense
Trophy hunting really has no effect on animal populations. I've never hunted but it's worth researching. A massive amount of money for wildlife conservation is raised every year through auctioning off big game tags for trophy hunting. A single rhino cost at least 300,000 USD which in turn goes back into the conservation of rhinos. The numbers of tags are also strictly controlled. Poaching has by far the greatest negative impact as it isn't easily preventable even with guards protecting the animals. Also trophy animals can come from private big cat breeders although I agree that it should be illegal to raise big cats for hunting, they should hunt off the ones they already have and stop there as it's not like they can find them good homes or release them.
Amy is such a good listener
And so dam loverable 🥰😘
Apparently she's not! When Kevin does a Hashtag ask Meg or a Hashtag ask Amy he says Amy really doesn't like the talking and gets up quite frequently, this video is an exception! Here is the link in which Kev speaks about Meg and Amy's "listening skills". Lol
ua-cam.com/video/eDIouqWXEyE/v-deo.html
She's very lovable when she's not mauling people to death Im sure
She really is.... She's so beautiful
Alicia McFadden Dams hold water, try damn.
@@paulearnest759 You too, when you are not making trashy comments
Title: killer lion
Me: sees the cutest lion ever that just wants cuddles and love
What a magnificent beast!!! While kevin was all the time talking, i was staring only at Amy! Such a beautiful lioness she was.
It’s amazing, that big cat likes getting her head and face rubbed, just like my little house kitty. But, you know, my little cat, as sweet as she is, will still scratch me and pretend bite, if she gets annoyed. Respect the cat for what it is.
Just like a human when you start getting annoying
Many people always say that guys like the man in this video will get killed one day because you can't really tame wild animals, but the reality is that our cats are domesticated yet if they were as big as lions they'd kill and maim many of their owners lol
Aria Isara: Agreed! Cats are only partially domesticated, unlike dogs and even dogs turn on people sometimes. Fortunately, kitties are smaller.
H M
"people who have low expectations of cats" LMAO you think you did something there with your attempt at being snarky?
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You REALLY think you're doing something 😂😂
If you use your time for more constructive things your life will suck less and you won't feel the need to troll strangers to try to feel good about yourself 🙃
Good luck!
You can tell by the way this cat is relaxing that he is comforted by the sound of Kevin's voice!❤️
He's Uncle Kevin! If she could talk, she would say ”I love you Uncle!”
OP has never seen a male lion apparently.
I love how you stand up for the lions. Everyone would say: "Oh my god, this bad lion!" But you say: "It was the womans fault" without saying she was stupid.
Love that!
But, she wasn't thinking, when the window was rolled down. So, stupid of her, and tragic.
Anyone who can afford the many thousands of dollars to vacation in Africa, is very arrogant to not follow the explicit directions given to all visitors.
Not the Lions fault for being a Lion.
When you go into the wild, it's stupid to think you can do what you want
Yes it is often because of people’s stupidity that someone gets killed and then the animals gets blamed! I hope the lioness didn’t get put down! I love and admire you Kevin! I love your lions,they are very lucky! ❤️🤗 from Sechelt, B.C. Canada! 🇨🇦
She is so beautiful, I'm not ashamed to say that share some envy. To be able to intimately interact with such a powerful creature is a real honor.
Lion is a dominant and territorial animal, if you're not considered as a part of its pride, dont blame it if attacks you when you got too close..
+Jeremy Tan This is Kevin Richardson. I'm pretty sure he knows what he's doing.
I'm talking about American Tourist who's got killed dudes, not about Kevin, I admire him and what he does
Jeremy Tan Oh, I see. Agreed.
Boom Ol oh god get off anime
Dominance describes a relationship, not a personality.
Man, that lion looks so cuddly. I'm jealous.
after the video ended Kevin thanked the lioness beside him for co-writing the video and sharing some lion facts with him beforehand
Why do idiots type BS like this?
@@adammonks591 idk, why do idiots reply idiots who type BS like this?
I didn't hear a thing he said , that lioness is too distracting
beautiful
I like how UA-cam just sends this 4 year old video in everyone recommended
I like how I'm dumb enough to click on it.
Hey Im Tru and were dumb enough to like it too😂🤣
Same
People need to be reminded at least every four years to keep their fucking windows up so some lion won't kill them
I just wanted to see Amy 🦁💔
You know how sometimes your cat will sometimes bite you out of nowhere when stroking it, or just suddenly swipe at you.. Well big cats do the same, with devastating results.
Kat Cymru
Are house cats really domesticated though? I ask this cause house cats seem to still have a strong predator drive. But when speaking about small and large dogs, they seem to be truly domesticated.
Dogs can easily turn savage too, just let them pack up together. Keep them individually, and they mostly don't remember what they are. Cats are perfectly fine as solo hunters, and they're simply too stupid to forget.
Visited the very park quoted some years ago. You get sufficient warning and instruction from the get go. You are correct, my own domestic
cats can out of the blue give me a 'soft' bite and an outstretched claw, so, imagine the injuries inflicted by a lion for similar 'playful' acts!
TheCulturalBomb, yes, my hands are testimony to that, the girl cat is the worst, she, s beautiful, but wicked, just like women.
Brendan Harcourt you sound like a bitter misogyny man. Just be glad you stay as single.
I’m Always on the Side of the Animals!
well thats stupid cause its not a moral issue. Why take a side? As a human you protect human life first in an attack. Thats just being a good human. But we will see how you feel when a loved one is attacked by a wild animal. Maybe those people should just sit back and watch not help.
@@awesomebeard1973 well said
Me too (and as for the two comments above: 🙄🥱🤦♀️)
@@awesomebeard1973 Who are you to tell somebody whose life to put first? She has all the rights to decide for herself and as a human she also has the chance to base her decision on morals instead of animalistic instints. Cause putting the species you happen to be born into in front of other species is nothing but dumb animal instinct.
@@adriennemiller.music. I'm a person who has an opinion and am able to articulate it. Didnt know i needed permission. So she says " I'm always on the animals side" So why aren't you condemning her for telling somebody who's life to put first. LOL I find it interesting you call defense of human life by humans animal instinct and say animal instinct is dumb. Ok so when animals protect their own by instinct thats dumb too right? Inconsistent much? Just stop with the bullshit and admit you hold animal life over human life. You missed my whole point of my original comment. But thank you I will remember when your kid is attacked by a dog not to put your kids life first. You are a wonderful human being. LOL
They don't like car's.They are big, loud and smelly. I would not want them in my territory either.
Agreed
+Melokie Neptune Well put!
You are right. Especially those big noisy ones like Jeeps or big old range Rovers filled with stupid curious humans
This incident happened in kruger national park. I was there last month.
The crazy thing was most animals ignored our large safari "vehicle ." They are windowless 11 seats vehicles. They are loud and runs on diesel engine. It have 2 doors in the front. All the passenger have to climb in. Check out my recent Africa videos.
Melokie Neptune My husband and I are blessed to have our little ten acres in the country in Georgia. Our home can't even be seen from the country lane that passes by our property. No neighbors bugging us, no traffic noises, our own little paradise in Georgia just a half an hour from Atlanta with all its great sites, restaurants, and culture. The best of two worlds.
Lol I love how he’s talking about how dangerous lions can be when they lose their “natural fear of people” but he’s literally cuddling with one while he does it 😂
Do as I say not as I do!
yeah look at the scratches on his arm.
White Mamba the best!!
How come his lioness doesn't attack him? If they lose their fear of humans than he is in grave danger. Shall I believe his words or his actions? I love cats of all sizes but I will stick to my little orange tabby. The most harm she has caused is when she gets a wild hair and starts running fast around the room and passes over my feet and scratches them by accident. 🐯
@@sandybeach7487 Most of these animals if not all of them has Kevin raised since they were cubs. They know him very well. This is also a sanctuary not a park so I think that these lions see only the people working at it and Kevin everyday, not strangers coming in and out every hour of the day.
What a beautiful Lioness!! The way she rubs her head with him is amazing!! He's a brave, brave man!!
That's so sad she's beautiful 🦁🥰when will people learn thay are still a wild animal you must respect
This lion is half sleeping and like: stop talking human and cuddle my damn head ...
He’s loving on her like she’s a house cat
How the hell this get 726 likes
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No she hasn't she was awake the whole time
More like a dog
@@dogofwisdom1116 dogs are more jumpy
@Customcalendars4u2 how can she be tranquilized if she is wide awake?
Kanakalala🌺 what if u tranquilise the dog...
Nah cats aren’t as cuddly
He is literally the luckiest bloke on the planet.
John Stockton literally?
@@jerrywitaj are you asking a question? I just mean he is one in a million. How many people on this planet can say they can do what he does.
John Stockton I was making a joke about the overuse of the word literally by people like you. And when I say “like you” I don’t mean it as an offense. I get a little tired of the word literally being used as often as it is these days.
@@jerrywitaj What can I say I'm older generation and I'm not as familiar with internet protocols as some. Give me an alternative and I'll try it out.
Sorry..I thought YOU were one of them, those younger gens! I stand corrected! I’m an older guy too.
Let's take a moment to admire the fact, he had a lions head in his lap getting cuddles. While he talks about it.
I'm so scared for him
Yoni Mphini why?
@@branflakes12341 because these are apex predictors so you can never fully trust that they might not turn on him
@@yoniem9835 He has been doing this for 24 years now. He also realizes that someday he might get mauled by a lion. And he's okay with it. That's what makes him a great person.
@@srikanthsidd9959 exactly he knows the risks, but it takes them to show people that lions deserve to be projected and there amazing animals.
Why does this whole video look so natural? THIS IS INSANELY SO COOL!!!!
+Evelyn & Titi the answer is that he really really knows that lioness well, so he knows when she is safe to be around.
Amazing how a ferocious predator can look so tame and cute
Like a dog. ..
Like some humans also
SuperShafster was thinking the same
SuperShafster they have no reason to attack him they’re feed and see him as family
Thats respect right here. He respects her and the lioness respects him. She is so calm. Its all about respect
No you moron it's about submission or being sedated.
Kevin Tomcyck
"Respect" had nothing to do with it. They loved each other.
Nicholas Stix, Uncensored
.....and being well fed! ; )
Yea but that’s not out in the wild he would’ve been looking like of bunch cut up steak 🥩
Its all about respect u dipshits
If u cross the line and dont respect their territory they can literally destroy you smh
Love how humans can hunt animals but when it’s the other way around it’s soooooo wrong
Do u see humans hunting lions, no they hunt chicken , turkey , cows etc but they protect lions it's illegal to kill lions
You should have commented this if a chicken killed a human
Adnan Shah No you’re just trying to justify it in your own opinion, in Australia we had an animal once called Tasmanian Tiger and it got hunted to extinction. Search them up and see how cool they where and just realised that your kids or their kids will see the Siberian tiger like we now see the Tasmanian tiger.
NO body says it's so right to hunt animals... And if we human starts to think about animals so much that even our fellow human got murderd and you are justifying it ( seems like) that's alarming.
Sadat Khan I am so confused about what you’re getting at. All I am talking about is that it is nothing when animals get hunted or abused but when humans do it is which I understand as we are human after all. I just still find it wrong and that is my own opinion.
@@TheUnknown-is1fx No I agree animals should be rescued and should not be killed unjustly. But I Am not a vegan....
he is right, when they tell you to keep windows up, listen and do it
Diane .D Morris-hill dumbasses on the other hand, feel its macho to roll em down despite clear warnings. Question is, why didn’t the tour guide in the car tell her this?
Chances are he had no idea she had the window down, I doubt she had it open the whole way as they surely would have noticed and it's more likely that they rolled it down shortly before the attack (possibly mere seconds before it happened) with the tour guide focusing on watching the roads and such and talking at times about whats around them? I doubt they have time to constantly monitor and make sure dumbasses arnt in the car rolling windows down.
I feel awful for that lady and her family. But- she didn't heed the park's safety rules. It's tragic, but it's NOT the lion's fault. Simple.
I mean, if some stranger came to my house uninvited and I had a literal window of opportunity to beat the shit out of them then by God they're either leaving my house clean or getting tossed out in too bad of a shape to walk. Like, you're small. I'm big. You're in my property. I don't like it. So I'mma beat that ass. Simple.
Respect the rules and respect the animals .. I really hope they dont hurt the poor lioness
Carmen Guerrero They already said they won't do anything to the lion.
Carmen Guerrero Respect the humans that are not threatening you from inside a car.
Open windows and "THE HUMAN DESERVED IT!"
Jimmy Burton DO I FUCKING GO TO YOUR HOUSE AND WATCH YOUR FAMILY? RESPECT THEIR HOUSES
Carmen Guerrero lol i bet u break some rules :3 but no these
Why do such incidents occur?
1. Some people are simply idiots (Call a shovel a shovel, don't try and cotten candy facts).
2. Some people don't understand the level a respect these topline predators command.
3. Some people watch social media such as this one, and think they can behave the same way when near these topline predators.
Btw, LOVE your vids Kev!
Rest in paradise sweet Amy. You can really see the genuine bond between you two in all the videos with her. She really loved you like her own parent, you raised a wonder lioness, and gave her such a beautiful and full life. Love your work, my friend.
That lion is dead, not in paradise. Humans were made in God's image not animals. The first man Adam was to name the animals and care for them but they are lower than men.
@@rakim6466 Your god seems like a twat
@@rakim6466 You speak so authoritatively. Where did you learn all this? Have you ever used your own mind?
@@rakim6466
Oh fiddlesticks! Stop spouting nonsense
@@rakim6466 That is your opinion, and you are free to have it. Just as we are free to ignore you and your opinion.
These are LIONS, it doesn't matter how tame they appear they only need to have ONE bad day.
Well duh!! they are wild animals and they are called that a reason..
A bad day? Wtf. Why should they appear tame? They AREN'T. There are humans in their domain not observing rules put in place....per usual. HUMAN ERROR.
Indeed. Especially because lions are never tame. Even if they were born and raised their whole life around humans, it is still the king of the jungle. And the jungle side will come out sooner or later
Arun EXACTLY
I Had A Bad Day Yesterday And I'm Not Tame So This Comment Is Void
Big thing when lion kills a human but when we kill lions on daily basis nothing is said
Th3Savage mmm
That comment is both idealistic and naive.
vial.of.photons yeah
People killing millions of cows, chickens, sheep, pigs for food no one blinks an eye.
SM yes , and no one should , these animals are not in danger of extinction and live much better lives (in most cases that is) under human care
I feel it’s also super important for people who visit any wildlife/big cat/animal sanctuary after seeing multiple YT videos about them understand that there is a HUGE difference in the way these big cats or other animals act with their main ‘person/carers’, and how they will act/react to strangers. The big cats at your sanctuary see you as their person, their carer, their dad. They love you!! It wasn’t until I saw a vlog about an Australian couple who visited your sanctuary that I realised there is a HUGE difference!! Please don’t ever stop making these videos - they are so important for the world to see and learn from!! ❤️🇦🇺🧩🐨🐾😻
Kevin Richardson is not a tourist and this is not his first visit with this animal as a voyeur. His interactions with lions are unique and does not advocate for tourists to think of lions as "house cats". Kevin understands fully his own risks in interacting with wildlife. He's spent years in the field with specific groups of lions to understand their behavior and become acclimated. Tourism is not a free pass.
DrewWasMe Agreed. The level of arrogance and denial is astounding.
Exactly! Notice the scars on his forearm? There is always risk! People should respect the lions and the rules. It's for their own safety!
He's a moron....correction: WAS a moron
Lion is not a huge cuddly cat....lions eat people.......Kevin also won't dare to approach an unfamiliar lion ..much less scratch and cuddle with them .......how are people so dumb
dog person I’m going to guess this is a troll. A very ugly troll that has to hide behind a keyboard and no profile picture because thaose are the only ways trolls are brave enough to express themselves.
Keep up the good work, she is beautiful . You are blessed in your work!
My goodness...she loves this guy!
@ron dadoo Hes a professional and has been doing this for years. Dont be stupid
@ron dadoo nothing about this is for our entertainment...he is working with these lions growing up with then feeds them knows and learns their behavior pattern ...he is literally the 'lion wisperar'..just because you fear for your life when you think of yourself being in his place doesnt mean he will get eaten . And besides...these animals that he raises know him from birth probablh so I doubt they will attack him.Loosen up a bit - Wild animals/predators can bond with humans with the right conditions.This lioness clearly shows affection and love towards Kevin
@ron dadoo animals are not like humans. They don't know to act like humans. All their love and affection comes from their heart. You stupid fool.
@ron dadoo even if he dies attacked by a lion he lived as he wanted he knows teh risks and still do it. he loves doing this and he trust this animals, probably you can trust in them more than you can trust in people actually.
ron dadoo I’m pretty sure a lion doesn’t cuddle with you if it’s gonna eat you dumbass.
Watching Kevin and his beloved, beautiful Amy again in this video since her passing, heartbreaking. Rest in peace sweet Amy 💕🤍💜🌸
People have no common sense, respect the rules it's that simple 😡
They treat these safari "parks" as if they're Disneyland and the animals are audioanimatronics.
Debbie Polites the irony is that you're watching a guy petting a grown lion as if it's a kitten. Kissing it like as it was a girlfriend. Is that common sense? "Oh but he's an expert. ". Experts get mauled too.
Sadly, many people are also arrogant in thinking that the rules don’t apply to them so they just ignore the rules.
@@arthurcurry2003 True but he has been with Amy for years. They accept him as part of the pride. Not some outsider who waltzed into their territory and couldn't respect rules that were implemented for their own safety.
@@arthurcurry2003 thats where ignorance comes into play. Your average dimwit looks at these videos thinking " aww lions are so friendly, ill try and pet one"....not realizing that this guy has developed the relationship with these animals since their youth. They have accepted him as part of the pride, and ONLY him. The smallest bit of research can cure vast amounts of ignorance, but ppl are lazy.
Asking him "why would such a thing occur" ....oh idk maybe it's because it's a *****ing lion ??
Lmao I thought the same thing !!
Lol ikr
Maybe cause she should’ve fucking followed the rules ?? Yeah that would’ve been smart
Ditto, ditto, ditto, ditto....., and stop driving thru and feeding ALL wild animals.
Exactly. I mean shoot, speaking for myself I'm not gonna lie I would be so tempted to touch (ie pet) a lion or a hyena. But I also know if I tried I'd get bitten or worse. And the blame would be entirely on me and not the animal. But I also know to listen to and obey the laws/rules, it's just really common sense.
The lioness is gorgeous and WOW, Kevin is lookin’ great too!!
Mercy Sakes lioness???
SNKRhead Games yes it’s a lioness
Theodore Bagwell I was joking lol, obviously 😂
SNKRhead Games I don’t understand
Looking at this lion makes me wonder how any person can murder a lion just to be able to say they could. Absolutely ridiculous and sad. If a person is killed by a lion then it's because that person was in the wrong. It's never the animals fault
I love it when humans are affectionate with these beautiful lions and the lions respect him
Wild lions ain't stupid. They know man will put them down.
They ain't that smart dude.
Take that pot off your head. What a waste of a perfectly good saucepan.
I guess youre saying that from your last experience being a lion
Risky. Animals can be unpredictable. Such a shame.😢
That too!
Isn’t there rules on keeping your windows up or something at these parks??
That is what he is talking about. People should follow the rules and regulations to be safe.
Goti's life it just makes me a little upset that people are completely putting the blame on the lion when it’s also the lady’s fault for not following directions. It really is sad
@@destinitaylor4360 human psychology tricks humans. They feel whatever they do is right and what other animals do is wrong. We have to change our thinking for a better future for Mother Earth and her kids.
@@Creative_world_of_Soni Accountability. That's we need more
Goti's life Just because there’s rules in place, doesn’t mean that people follow them. Humans have an insatiable curiosity that can and sometimes lead to their deaths. The good about humans (and some other mammals like rats) is that when we observe this cause and effect, we learn from it. But there’s always one who would think otherwise. It’s the way of things.
I love the constant affection between him and the lioness as he's talking. It's so amazing and sweet. Look at those scratches and scars on his forearm. Yikes, he's definitely been playing with big cats. And I thought my tabby scratches were bad.
Over millions of years lions evolved to be killing machines that preside over territory and hunt their food by puncturing and crushing bones and suffocation. They are beautiful animals, inspiring respect in the human psyche and the source of myth and legend. Our hearts go out to the family of the poor soul who misjudged the situation.
So true I just told him that .