Surveying their Land (Tafari, Jala and Nombi)

Photo by Michelle Roberts.

Finalist in the 2024 Tigers in America-Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries annual photo and video contest to celebrate International Tiger Day.

“The lion siblings were born in captivity in California. Their mother Gypsy was placed into an enclosure with their father, Tangassi, unbeknownst to them she wasn’t spayed. To their joy and surprise these 3 were born. They’ve never known a life of neglect but due to them being born in captivity they could never be released into the wild. The Cedarhill lion pride is a joy to watch everyday. They are very rough with their toys and sometimes romp around with one another and it makes for wonderful entertainment for the staff!”

— at Cedarhill Animal Sanctuary