The African rock python and leopard are both very capable predators, but who would come off best in a fight between the two? Visitors to the andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp in Kenya’s Masai Mara reserve were fortunate enough to witness a standoff between them first-hand.
This video was taken by one of the guests, Suzie Moll, who spotted the leopard on a safari in the Mara Triangle. ‘We got to an area where we came across a leopard who seemed curious about something in the grass.’ Suzie was reported as saying.
‘Knowing that the leopard could be preparing for the hunt, the guide stopped the vehicle and we watched for a while. Between the bushes – the hidden creature came into view. We realized that this leopard was interested in a huge African rock python!’
‘It wasn’t long after we spotted the python when a full-on battle broke out between these 2 amazing animals. Initially, it was a feeling of surprise for everybody as this kind of sighting is just so rare! For a moment it seemed like the leopard lost the battle when the python started wrapping its coils around the leopard in an attempt to suffocate it’ Suzie added.
‘In the end, the Python was defeated with numerous puncture wounds on its body, especially on its head area. The leopard also had injuries with an obvious wound to its right front paw. It was clear to see as it limped away from the scene,’ she concluded.
Watch this incredible video of the events from Latest Sightings.
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