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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Fascinating: How Do Cats TRULY See Humans?
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True Love Never Forgets - Touching
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The Comedy Animal Photography 2025 Winners are Here!
present 15 selected photos submitted to this year’s competition, so sit back comfortably and get ready for a wonderful gallery that will show you the comedic side of the animal kingdom.
Enjoy the Natural Beauty of 2025 Ocean Photography Winners
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Get Up Close and Personal with a Pride of Wild Lions
This video allows you to get up close and personal with mother and her young cub as they struggle with their pride's alpha male.
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Beautiful Nature: A Lion Hug is the Best Hug...
A beautiful case of man befriending a strong lioness and her darling cubs.
Nature Really Went Overboard While Creating These Animals
This rare collection of pictures shows common animals but with some truly unique features. Check it out!
Cover Your Garden with These Pretty Evergreens
Give your garden a little makeover with these 10 beautiful evergreens.
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These Are the Most Adorable Animals You've Never Heard of!
Have you ever heard of a pangolin? If not, then you're in for a pleasant surprise as they're some of the cutest animals we've ever seen!
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Watch These Flowers Bloom in a Celebration of Color
This video brings out the most beautiful aspect of flowers in gorgeous detail and allows us to enjoy one of nature's most beautiful gifts - the blooming of flowers.
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7 Fascinating Natural Phenomena Science Can’t Explain
From the Great Blue Hole in Belize to the Sailing Stones in CA, this video will introduce you to 7 natural phenomena science isn't fully able to explain.
These Ocean Species Look Like They're From Another Planet
These ocean species are unlike anything I've ever seen before.
16 Award-Winning Photos That Capture Birds in Action
Check out the outstanding winners from the SINWP Bird Photographer of the Year 2024 competition.
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Does Your Cat Really Miss You?
It's a centuries-old question: does your cat actually like you or are they just tolerating you in exchange for food?
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Whoa! I've Never Seen Dogs as Enormous as These!
Have you ever seen dogs as enormous as these ones? We bet that you haven't!
These Orchids Look Like Anything Else Other Than Flowers
Orchids are some of the most unusual flowers in nature. As you'll see in this next post, there's a lot of them that don't actually look like flowers at all...
Stunning Flowers and Inspiring Quotes to Brighten Your Day
Take a moment to enjoy the colorful beauty of astonishing flowers and the inspiring words of those who love them.
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The Wild Origins Story of Carnivorous Plants
Carnivorous plants are the creepiest and most fascinating inventions of mother nature. Get a glimpse at the origins story of the villains of the flower world.
If You Love Pandas, You'll Love These 30 Fun Facts!
Who doesn't love pandas? Here are 30 fun facts and some photographs of one of the most beloved animals to walk this earth.
The United States Is Home to Some Spectacular Waterfalls
Although there are many beautiful waterfalls around the world, you'll be surprised to know just how many spectacular ones there are in the US. Take a look.
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Tornadoes are Awfully Common in the US, But Why?
Why are there an average of 1.200 tornadoes in the US per year and why are the majority of these tornadoes centered in one region?
If You Thought You Knew What Trees Look Like, Look Again!
Most trees are good in the background and you hardly notice them. Not so with these spectacular rare woodland giants. Here are 13 amazing trees.
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A Heart-In-Mouth Video About a Chick's Fight To Survive
The adaptations of nature are truly incredible. Barnacle goose chicks have to leap off cliffs within hours of their birth to reunite with their parents.
Proof that Aquatic Flowers Have No Match in Beauty
To honor the exotic beauty of aquatic flowers, we created a list of the 7 most breathtaking aquatic flowers in the world
The Wildest Things You’ve Never Seen in Nature (16 Pics)
These photos redefine how we see the natural world.
These Natural Phenomena Will Leave You Speechless!
Take a look at this incredible natural phenomena.
Intimate Glimpses of Foxes, Birds, and Elk in Nature
Check out these stunning close-up wildlife photos by Finnish photographer Ian Granström.
I Can't Stop Laughing at These Hilarious Wild Animals!
Take a look at this collection of funny wildlife photos, taken at just the right moment!
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Watch This Cheetah Shower Affection and Gratitude
Watch This Cheetah Shower Affection and Gratitude on her caregiver
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Nature’s Wonders: Axolotls Have the Most INSANE Features
The axolotl, a salamander native to Mexico, is known for its incredible regenerative powers. Let's discover more.
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Vivacious Life Hides Under the Waves of the Red Sea
The Red Sea, located in the Middle East, is home to many a beautiful species of marine life. Watch this stunning video to enjoy it.
These Colorful Birds are Among the Most Vibrant!
These birds are so bright and beautiful that it's actually hard to believe they're real. Take a look at these 19 kaleidoscopic bird species for yourself.
The Best of Nature in the U.S. is Depicted in these Photos
These 16 places are not just “pretty”, they’re true natural works of art.
Up Close and Personal With Nature's Tiny Marvels - 11 Pics
Check out the amazing selections from this year's Close-Up Photographer of the Year's "Something Beautiful" competition.
These Beautiful Photos Depict Penguins in All Their Glory..
These photos will melt your heart with cuteness.
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Have You Ever Seen a More Beautiful Garden Than This?
Kayoichou Park is situated in Kasuya Town on the edge of Fukuoka City on the island of Kyushu, Japan. Take a look at the stunning rose garden there.
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Do Our Cats Love Us? A Fascinating Experiment
This cat owner decided to put his 2 cats to a test usually prescribed to toddlers.
A Decade of Stunning Weather Photography in 14 Images
These selections represent the most striking examples of weather photography.
Prepare to Witness the Majesty of Mother Nature!
If you love nature even half as much as I do, then this stunning collection of photographs is bound to take your breath away, and leave you gasping for more!
15 Rare and Beautiful Birds I Can't Stop Staring At
This is a collection of 15 of the most beautiful and rare species of colorful birds that, unfortunately, are nearing extinction.
Click to Transform Caterpillars Into Moths and Butterflies!
Both butterflies and moths have four stages of life, they go from the initial egg to a caterpillar, then to a cocoon and finally to a butterfly or moth. Watch these 18 interactive photos Before and After caterpillars transform.
How We Domesticated Our Pets and Farm Animals
Have you ever wondered why it's impossible to breed a pet lion? Or how we managed to domesticate cats? Find all your answers in this series about domestication.
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Huskies vs. Cats: Who Will Solve the Maze First?
This pet owner cleared out all the furniture to build a cardboard maze for their dogs and cats. The maze had tall walls and twisted corridors, ready for exploration.
These Books Should Be on Every Nature Lover’s Bookshelf
If you are craving adventure and a deep dive into the mysteries of the wilderness, check out this list.
10 Beautiful Horse Breeds Everyone Needs to Know About
We humans owe horses so much thanks to the role they've played in human history. These are probably the 10 most interesting breeds of all.
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Pigeons Have Played a Massive Role in World History
Pigeons are one of the most common birds in the world, but they're utterly underrated. In fact, they have played a huge role in world history. Find out more...
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