Marmite collared, watch out Blade!!
Marmite has taken on a new meaning for researchers on Venetia Limpopo Nature Reserve following the darting and collaring of the male lion (Panthera leo) cub from Thika and Pikanin’s pride. Following his darting, he was found by volunteers with the rest of the pride on a zebra (Equus burchelli) kill and has developed the nickname Marmite as the lions always seem to be doing something interesting when Marmite is discussed by the researchers (Marmite and crackers being a favourite drive snack of the science officer!).
He is only one and a half, but is developing a mane that is already hiding his collar. Soon he will be proclaiming his own territory within the reserve and volunteers will hopefully be hearing his roars in the African night. He promises to be an impressive male, stealing the hearts of GVI volunteers from around the world.
Susan Miller, Science Officer, Venetia
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