Play Fighting Collection (page 3)
"Unleashing their wild side: The playful antics of the animal kingdom" From the majestic roar of a male lion to the adorable nibbles on a lion cub's rump
For sale as Licensed Images
Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media
"Unleashing their wild side: The playful antics of the animal kingdom" From the majestic roar of a male lion to the adorable nibbles on a lion cub's rump, play fighting is an essential part of these magnificent creatures' lives. In the vast savannahs of Africa, we witness the bond between a male lion and his cub as they engage in a spirited tussle. Their roars echo through the African plains, showcasing their strength and dominance. Not far away, in Kenya's Masai Mara National Reserve, a young hippopotamus practices its great gape while playing in water. This ritualistic display serves as both practice and aggression warning for future encounters along the Nile River valley. Meanwhile, in Maasai Mara-Kenya, a lioness engages her playful cub with gentle swats and pounces. It's heartwarming to see this tender interaction between mother and child amidst Africa's breathtaking landscapes. In Lake Nakuru National Park-Kenya, Rothschild's giraffes engage in friendly bouts of play-fighting. Their long necks gracefully intertwine as they test each other's strength and agility. Even mountain hares join in on nature's playground during Scotland's snowy winters. These fluffy creatures box each other with precision and grace while leaving behind delicate imprints on white canvas. The feline world also knows how to have fun. A Norwegian Forest Cat kitten miaows at its mischievous Jack Russell puppy companion who can't resist nipping at its tail – truly an amusing sight that showcases interspecies camaraderie. But it isn't just land-dwellers who enjoy playful sparring; even bull moose lock antlers before engaging in friendly battles within Roosevelt National Forest. These powerful beasts demonstrate their might while establishing hierarchy among themselves. Lastly, ginger and tabby cats remind us that domestic pets are no strangers to play fighting either.