If you’ve ever needed to jump over hoops to make it through challenges in life then you might find this impala’s struggles relatable.
Young impala tries to escape a pride of lions at Matusadona National Park
While on safari in Matusadona National Park Simeoné from Leopard’s Lair Bush lodge and Anton Lategan from EcoTraining captured an exhilarating sighting of a desperate Impala trying to leap over a pride of lions to escape.
‘The lions were all split up and half surrounded the herd while the others sat in ambush close to the water’s edge; this resulted in chaos. The herd began scattering and running in all directions. Some of the impala came within inches of being caught, while others managed to make a safe escape,’ they told Latestsightings.com
Unfortunately for the young buck, one of those lion hurdles was a leap too high.
‘The lions waiting in ambush were so eager to catch an impala that they were trying to grab them in midair! Luckily for the impala, lions are not as agile as leopards, so catching their prey midair is not easy. However, one unlucky impala chose the wrong escape path, and things ended badly for him.’
The video has gone viral on Facebook with some users sharing their thoughts.
Cecoy Dhima hilariously said:
Someone will not make it to the Olympics
Khutšo Motlokwa added:
Couldnt pass the last hurdle, team work saves lions something leopards must learn
MK Karabo concluded:
There were more lionesses waiting further down from where the impala was caught. 0% chance of escaping
You can see the encounter in the video below:
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