Kevin Richardson, a very special Lioness, & her Cubs

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  • The ultimate trust between man and beast.

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  • @tulesg2008
    @tulesg2008 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1698

    That last scene with the MOM lion playing with Mr. Richardson's hand and then falling asleep together is so beautiful.

    • @sanubala3382
      @sanubala3382 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Because he is the god of lions.

    • @jtalbot34
      @jtalbot34 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      WillBeDone Coach I was devastated when I found out that Ishca passed.... its just as heartbreaking as the death of Mufumo and Thor...

    • @cashbath
      @cashbath 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Totally agree! Simply amazing

    • @lynnepowers5035
      @lynnepowers5035 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      You don't realize just how talented this man is until you see others trying to work with these majestic animals. He puts them all to shame. I am truly in awe of this man. He is so awe-inspiring. Thanks for all you have done and are doing Kevin Richardson. God bless!

    • @MasTArrrRR
      @MasTArrrRR 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I second all these comments. Agreed! ♥

  • @obsidianfrost9514
    @obsidianfrost9514 3 ปีที่แล้ว +785

    Kevin was allowed in the den when the cubs were less than a week old. Kevin was allowed by the lioness to interact with her cubs when they are in their most vulnerable state. Lionesses will chase off their own sisters at that age. It's just remarkable

    • @broadstreet21
      @broadstreet21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Looks like she believed she was human not lion.

    • @garpikemike1
      @garpikemike1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      I too was astonished. Even when he pucks them up she is 100% at ease.

    • @myassisdragon5673
      @myassisdragon5673 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      @@garpikemike1, absolutely! They truly had a special bond/connection and remarkable is the exact term I use too. Such a privilege and he reiterates that constantly. I cried right along with him when she passed😭🐾 he said something along the lines of “I didn’t just lose a lion, I lost a friend” and it was so, so true.

    • @stavrosg1113
      @stavrosg1113 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Did you see how the lioness curled up when he laid down and he hugged her....

    • @myassisdragon5673
      @myassisdragon5673 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@stavrosg1113, yesss 😍 also, did you see where Kev and Ishca release back into pride? The way she jumped up to hug him and how she was leaning on him had me in tears. She was such a special girl ❤️🐾🤍

  • @sharonsmelser2491
    @sharonsmelser2491 4 ปีที่แล้ว +676

    That ending scene was the sweetest thing I've ever seen!

    • @maggiethecat1538
      @maggiethecat1538 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Makes me emotional.. 🦁❤

    • @InCountry6970
      @InCountry6970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Sleeping with a female lion is just remarkable to say the least

    • @mnirwin5112
      @mnirwin5112 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That is truly amazing; also that the lioness trusts him enough to let him handle her week-old cubs!

    • @woggybot
      @woggybot ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agree, one of the nicest shots I have ever seen, anywhere.
      It’s the epitome of peace and trust.
      Magnificent 😇🥰

  • @Ghiwine
    @Ghiwine 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1455

    Kevin Richardson the richest man in the galaxy.🦁 ❤️

    • @GabsARV
      @GabsARV 4 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      Proof that you don't need money to be rich.

    • @secrets.295
      @secrets.295 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@GabsARV Kevin Richardson is from the Backstreet Boys. He is freaking rich

    • @nicolassosolic3760
      @nicolassosolic3760 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well,it's all ok because these beasts have their bellys full...Fuck them!

    • @s.archuleta3570
      @s.archuleta3570 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@secrets.295 that's not him.

    • @jeegunugger1871
      @jeegunugger1871 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The dude runs his life on donations haha

  • @seanim6846
    @seanim6846 7 ปีที่แล้ว +728

    The Ending..
    They say not everything can be bought,
    and moments like that, I truly believe it.

    • @wyliecoyote1696
      @wyliecoyote1696 7 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Agreed; they say only the rich can be happy. Seeing Kevin makes me realize they were wrong all along. It's the simple moments that you make you appreciate life.

    • @mahimahoo9178
      @mahimahoo9178 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can buy Lions... XD

    • @idiraitmenguellet232
      @idiraitmenguellet232 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      you can buy lions, but can you have that trust kevin has in them ? can you give them the same life ?

    • @mahimahoo9178
      @mahimahoo9178 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Idir ait menguellet If I bought it as a cub and was a billionaire with 100 acres of land.

    • @seanim6846
      @seanim6846 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mr. simba still doesn't understand...
      how ironic....

  • @TheLeonSilver
    @TheLeonSilver 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2954

    The last scene is incredible, I would call it heaven where people and animals live peacefully. Trust each other

    • @pajtim9079
      @pajtim9079 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      +cchdz no they're not

    • @pajtim9079
      @pajtim9079 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +cchdz yea right

    • @snbforever
      @snbforever 7 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      That time is coming very soon, the Lion and the Lamb :)

    • @Jmatad21
      @Jmatad21 7 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      TheLeonSilver animals can trust humans but are humans worth their trust

    • @nordmarian9770
      @nordmarian9770 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yes but only if in the heaven, because wild animals such as a lions need eat meat to survive, so if a man feed them, they can live in peace with us.

  • @JT-sz7xc
    @JT-sz7xc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +280

    11 years ago, wow how time flys. Kevin has had two great Lionesses, Ishca and Amy who just recently passed away due to cancer, RIP to both of you, you have enriched the lives of many!

    • @RICHUCJACOB
      @RICHUCJACOB ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It's been two years you posted this comment i hope you are doing good

    • @ericyoutube77
      @ericyoutube77 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ischa died ages ago

    • @TheHiredGun187
      @TheHiredGun187 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I miss MuFaSa (RIP)

    • @kimjuanalehmann2365
      @kimjuanalehmann2365 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      And now the catnip King has joined Them 😢

    • @Hakuta925
      @Hakuta925 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Atleast the cubs are still alive.

  • @shadevi
    @shadevi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +285

    You know what amazes me the most... that there is this extreme high level of trust among an animal and a human. While most humans will never reach this level in trusting other humans in their lives.

    • @Jester-15
      @Jester-15 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      quite sad if you think about it.

    • @shadevi
      @shadevi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Jester-15 it is 😶

    • @Tailsy463
      @Tailsy463 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Jester-15 this is sad too

    • @arnsdii
      @arnsdii 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      he probably took care of the lioness as a cub

    • @SuperHaoken
      @SuperHaoken 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Trust is earned. Even lions don't trust each others so easily

  • @007anasuyabhattacharya9
    @007anasuyabhattacharya9 5 ปีที่แล้ว +389

    When she puts her paw on his head. Its love right there!❤

    • @haroo86
      @haroo86 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ischa: :oi..Oi..your drooling...

    • @Buggati81
      @Buggati81 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Such a big and pretty girl, I fall in love too...!

  • @maryallen2317
    @maryallen2317 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2136

    At the end Kevin taking a nap with her and the cubs...wow made me tear up....so sweet.

    • @albertpane6115
      @albertpane6115 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I agree

    • @fadlikoboi71
      @fadlikoboi71 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      yea.. i do

    • @jtalbot34
      @jtalbot34 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Mary Allen dang onion cutting ninjas! They're following me around I swear! I love that he's napping with them..💜

    • @lislark2502
      @lislark2502 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      got me too :)

    • @leopardprint2860
      @leopardprint2860 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Mary Allen, really? I thought you liked watching lions killing each other :s

  • @terrack
    @terrack 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +41

    The ending of the vid is just priceless, lioness and Kevin just laying down taking a nap... awesome

    • @deathchronicles6960
      @deathchronicles6960 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Best definition of kindred spirit. Reading each other sense ability and nature for decades.

  • @ImmortalNaitsirhc
    @ImmortalNaitsirhc 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    The fact that they don't let even other females near their cubs at this stage of their life. This is incredibleA

    • @angelicaterry3367
      @angelicaterry3367 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      it isn't incredible. It should tell you that there is a reason why. She knows from experience the difference between kevin's gentleness and her family members' gentleness. Their intelligence is beyond what's currently believed.

    • @deathchronicles6960
      @deathchronicles6960 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@angelicaterry3367 this lioness will trust kevin without blink.. what they share together will only happen for kindred spirit where these two learn each other nature/sense/ability and respect that order in command for life.

  • @TheDushma
    @TheDushma 7 ปีที่แล้ว +401

    Oh dear god. I honestly think Kevin is the most luckiest man in this world. And I admire the good work he's doing with all my heart

    • @ILikeAmazingThings
      @ILikeAmazingThings 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      This is not luck at all, this is hard work and dedication. And a good soul and a healthy brain.

    • @awildtomappeared5925
      @awildtomappeared5925 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@ILikeAmazingThings The word they should have used is fortune, this word implies that you have something good, but it does not imply whether it was earned or luck, which is useful because its always a mix.

    • @ILikeAmazingThings
      @ILikeAmazingThings 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@awildtomappeared5925 Indeed =)

    • @alexsandrnevzorov4165
      @alexsandrnevzorov4165 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Олег Зубков dushma

  • @Gantana844
    @Gantana844 7 ปีที่แล้ว +455

    He has broken the rule of nature as no other can do. Great respect

    • @rubinephiljames
      @rubinephiljames 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      The rule of nature was for man to be in harmony with all the creatures he shares this planet with...collectively we all have broken that one rule

    • @Lyre206
      @Lyre206 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Rubine James yes

    • @Slaktrax
      @Slaktrax 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Only humans break Mother Natures rules. We even defy basic biology (man/woman).

    • @foxface04
      @foxface04 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rubinephiljames let me guess a vegan.

    • @horselover7744
      @horselover7744 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rubinephiljames God did make us to be in harmony and peace and live with all of them if only we hadn't broken that rule 😞

  • @katherineuribe2952
    @katherineuribe2952 4 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    RIP Ishca. She was a lovely lioness, such a survivor. Bless Kevin for loving her & introducing her to us!💕🦁💕

  • @kobedragon6069
    @kobedragon6069 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Every so often I come back to this video because it seems to cheer me up whenever I'm feeling blue.

    • @kimberquirky
      @kimberquirky 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Me too!!!! It’s beautiful in every way. Including music from the shire!

    • @xxJacket
      @xxJacket 5 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      It keeps me grounded as well, I concur my good sir

  • @Hellion6325
    @Hellion6325 5 ปีที่แล้ว +623

    Rest easy, Ishca. You'll be missed..

  • @zachreush2089
    @zachreush2089 4 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    She loves him, for real

  • @richardbello5732
    @richardbello5732 4 ปีที่แล้ว +538

    Kevin unfortunately no one can replace you, you need to teach future generations how to 🧐

    • @notsosilentmajority1
      @notsosilentmajority1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      richard bello
      You are so right. I don't mean this as a joke.... Kevin is like the Willy Wonka character and he really needs to find a person (people) that he knows will continue to do things the way he has done them. You are spot on.

    • @GabsARV
      @GabsARV 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@notsosilentmajority1 kids maybe? Or even friends in his work that share the same bond with the lions? Or anyone with willing to continue his life's work. This is what God wanted for us to do.

    • @notsosilentmajority1
      @notsosilentmajority1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@GabsARV
      Yes, absolutely. Hopefully Kevin has people in mind. Someone that will continue on with the way he has done things.

    • @helenclarke4735
      @helenclarke4735 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He said he can teach anybody who wants to learn everything they need or want to know, but that probably won't do it. He says it takes alot of plain gall. A person has to be able to stand up to a charging lion and not run. He has. Most people know you are supposed to do this, but when put in the actual position can't do it.

    • @madtech5153
      @madtech5153 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Dean Scheneider has the most potential as the next gen lion whiperer

  • @adrunkgorillawithalobotomy353
    @adrunkgorillawithalobotomy353 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The sweetest thing was, Kevin was holding this lioness's paw as she passed on.....last year, I believe. He was with her til the end. Rest peacefully, Ishca.

  • @sunshine70
    @sunshine70 4 ปีที่แล้ว +787

    I can understand why Kevin was crying with tears when Ishca passed away 😭 omg why I am crying

    • @kylieknight2365
      @kylieknight2365 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      afra shine the same when Amy passed

    • @vira1748
      @vira1748 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      OMg I was balling my eyes watching that video

    • @elizabethsmith3793
      @elizabethsmith3793 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I cried too

    • @lifeislove3427
      @lifeislove3427 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      When did Ishka pass away..May I know why ..

    • @Vayetsii
      @Vayetsii 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@lifeislove3427 it was cancer unfortunately....devastating

  • @WAYTOGO0101
    @WAYTOGO0101 7 ปีที่แล้ว +330

    She's just naturally clingy to Kevin, I love it!!!

    • @DinnerForkTongue
      @DinnerForkTongue 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Nina Laure
      Ishca was less likely to warn Kevin off during milk time than grabbing Kevin with her claws, dragging him down and using him as her family's collective snuggle pillow.

    • @eolsunder
      @eolsunder 6 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I like that she just comes over and lays on him like a pillow lol.

  • @gatorb8
    @gatorb8 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    What a great person Kevin is, he should really have an entire country supporting him and what he does.

  • @cymar1000
    @cymar1000 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    love the way Kevin plays 'patticake' with mum, then she grooms him a little bit.
    That is pure trust.

  • @renannascimento8750
    @renannascimento8750 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3054

    The lioness on the video just passed away. RIP Ishca.

  • @nnekaisblessed
    @nnekaisblessed 6 ปีที่แล้ว +244

    The way the lioness was patting his arm and looking at him with loving eyes...speechless I tell you. I couldn't believe the love and trust she has for him. Unbelievable, it truly warmed my heart.

  • @trusoundlowvolumedrumheads1002
    @trusoundlowvolumedrumheads1002 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    To lie down with a lioness and her cubs must be one of the greatest feelings in the world. What a lucky man

  • @jeannerose9891
    @jeannerose9891 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Who’s here after watching the goodbye vid to Ishca?
    That last scene where Kevin & Ishca were both asleep holding hands shattered me to bits

  • @JessxRhiannon
    @JessxRhiannon 8 ปีที่แล้ว +597

    That last little scene of him and Ishca warmed my little heart

    • @guitarhero2211
      @guitarhero2211 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This was Pelogkhale before she killed the run of her litter.

    • @JessxRhiannon
      @JessxRhiannon 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Salt McSalt Thank you for correcting me!

    • @pajtim9079
      @pajtim9079 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      +Salt McSalt pelokghale was not a white lion like this one.

    • @guitarhero2211
      @guitarhero2211 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Pajtim Hasani This one isn't a white lion

    • @pandoraspocks7171
      @pandoraspocks7171 7 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      I'm 99% positive that is the elegant Ms. Ishca.

  • @RandomVideosEverytime
    @RandomVideosEverytime 4 ปีที่แล้ว +559

    we choose professions that will earn us good money but very few choose professions like this very there is nothing but purest form of care for animals and mother nature

    • @King-pv8fk
      @King-pv8fk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      You know what a hero is? A person who sacrifices their own time/money to do something for someone/something without asking for anything in return.
      Kevin Richardson is not only a hero but also a voice for lions all over the world.

    • @King-pv8fk
      @King-pv8fk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @HolyButtCheecks money has nothing to do with being a hero. What a disturbing way of thinking you have

    • @arslaanpasha3334
      @arslaanpasha3334 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@King-pv8fk hes just a hater

    • @kateysandon
      @kateysandon 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @rrrajlive
    @rrrajlive 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    13 years later...... watching Kevin with same passion for these Marvel of nature 🙏

  • @terriwarner8682
    @terriwarner8682 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Out of all Kevin’s videos over these years, this one I have watched more times and cried each and every time. So beautiful snd such pure Love.

    • @timewilltell5476
      @timewilltell5476 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      HEAVEN ON EARTH....

    • @horselover7744
      @horselover7744 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Makes me think Amy and Ishca are still looking over him from Heaven like Ishca was at the end of the video

  • @alexandrastratanphotographer
    @alexandrastratanphotographer 8 ปีที่แล้ว +181

    she just loves Kevin, what precious creatures

  • @pokecth97
    @pokecth97 8 ปีที่แล้ว +206

    when the cub meow, cuteness overloaded.

    • @dimitri_ra8018
      @dimitri_ra8018 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      when the cubs meow it reminds me of when mufasa foar in sinba's own meow to scare the others off hahaha

  • @doreenliebenberg3517
    @doreenliebenberg3517 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    No words to describe these special moments, must be something like Heaven ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😇😇😇😇😇🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @erwinmonti5066
    @erwinmonti5066 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    WHAT A UNBELIEVABLE PRIVILEGE THIS MAN HAS IN LIFE. BLESS THEM ALL...

  • @tennettemuroyi4463
    @tennettemuroyi4463 5 ปีที่แล้ว +350

    1:01 he is interacting with the cunds and the mom is looking the other way,,,wow ,,this shows the extreme trust this lioness has.,,,wow!!! lionesses are feisty with their young

    • @broadstreet21
      @broadstreet21 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      She believes she's human, not lion. She thinks she's his girlfriend.

    • @vasu749
      @vasu749 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@broadstreet21 yeah u know the language of lion

    • @NickCager
      @NickCager 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@broadstreet21 I sometimes feel he thinks he's her boyfriend. lol

    • @josearmandoguerrerochairez3454
      @josearmandoguerrerochairez3454 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@broadstreet21 Actually her bf is the male lion she had cubs with.

  • @Parentsforsale
    @Parentsforsale 5 ปีที่แล้ว +220

    Ughhh. The ending broke my heart knowing she passed away. RIP sweet Ishca

    • @roddan0038
      @roddan0038 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Sup2000 Simple as that cancer

    • @Tailsy463
      @Tailsy463 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So sad..

  • @derekthurgood3696
    @derekthurgood3696 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I'm not afraid to say this video brought tears to my eyes. So beautiful to see the bond between ishka and kevin.

  • @klina7645
    @klina7645 4 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    This warms my heart ❤. The way she trusts him with her cubs. The sweet way the cub yawns and all their little mews. And how they were all snuggled together at the end, snoozing 😴 peacefully. This is love.

  • @turmat01
    @turmat01 7 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Kevin Richardson is, without even the slightest doubt in my mind, the happiest guy on earth. That is my dream life right there.

    • @lexsmith8689
      @lexsmith8689 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      my thoughts exactly..

    • @GabsARV
      @GabsARV 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lexsmith8689 same

  • @doodguy12
    @doodguy12 7 ปีที่แล้ว +215

    That lion totally trusts him cause she knows that she was in the same exact spot as her cubs many many years ago

  • @annayavade175
    @annayavade175 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    2:32 that kiss tho.. 💜💜💜

  • @ronbrock6153
    @ronbrock6153 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I amazed how the lioness, rubs her face on him like a house cat. Then let him handle the cubs. Shows she knew he was of a kind heart. The first few moments, she is like yes I can fit in your lap, let me show you.
    2:43 such a wonderful shot, taking a snuggle nap.

    • @deathchronicles6960
      @deathchronicles6960 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Animals are the best definition of " What is the meaning of loyalty"

  • @Popeye13
    @Popeye13 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1259

    That man is just.... Wow!
    The bond he has with the lions and so much so that he can fall asleep with them, truly stunning. If only the whole world was full of kind good people like him, the world would be a wonderful place no matter which corner you live in

    • @NashvilleJaguarLady
      @NashvilleJaguarLady 9 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Ian, you are so right. I do have to tell you though....it takes a special person to say what you just posted. You "get it." God bless you

    • @SponzifyMee
      @SponzifyMee 9 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Ian Jones The world is full of kind people. But it's also full of cunts

    • @jasonbossardt9453
      @jasonbossardt9453 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ian Jones
      Agreed! I could not have said it better.

    • @mikeirontysonson
      @mikeirontysonson 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amazing

    • @grenbowchi2747
      @grenbowchi2747 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Poor lioness and her cubs ! The lioness don't produce milk in his cage.
      Thank you for your program to save wildlife! But I would like to see them in wild more than in the cages

  • @IsabellaFondino
    @IsabellaFondino 7 ปีที่แล้ว +301

    AWWW!!! The cub's little yawn!!! So cute!!!

    • @hodmedia844
      @hodmedia844 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Isabella Fondino ikr!😘😘😘

    • @mafheta18
      @mafheta18 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Are those cubs with Kevin?

  • @dontbeadrone
    @dontbeadrone 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I envy this man.

  • @GabsARV
    @GabsARV 4 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    2:42 Pause at that part and just admire that Kevin became a part of their family.

  • @SeaMistLights
    @SeaMistLights 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    RIP Ischa! So grateful that Kevin shared you with us. You will be so missed. ❤️

    • @jtalbot34
      @jtalbot34 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Erin Heather I cried so much when I found out that she had passed... I cried when Thor, Mufumo passed... its scary to think that Meg and Amy are 15 now and how devastating their deaths will be for Kevin.

  • @pajtim9079
    @pajtim9079 7 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    This gotta be one of the most, if not the loveliest footage ever filmed. The young life, Kevin's relationship with the little ones, the music and the games they play. It makes me smile so much that my face almost cracks.

    • @cymar1000
      @cymar1000 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I smiled so much that I cracked my face and made my arse jealous LOL

    • @azzaarsyada5104
      @azzaarsyada5104 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      And your comment make me smile

    • @horselover7744
      @horselover7744 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      2:29 💗

  • @Oplix
    @Oplix 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The most soothing 3 minutes on TH-cam.

  • @jerrypolverino6025
    @jerrypolverino6025 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Momma and her cubs. Melts my heart.

  • @TheRivrPrncess
    @TheRivrPrncess 5 ปีที่แล้ว +908

    At some places that has lions, handlers/trainers say that the mother would not allow them to handle or work with her cubs. So they say they must remove them from her in order to hand raise them. In one video I saw the handler said it is not a big deal and the mother mourns her cubs for only a little while. The methods Kevin uses is very different. He seeks to establish trust with the mother and then she trusts him to let him handle her cubs. I think his way is the best and most humane way. I'm not visiting these other places, nor watching their videos.

    • @donaldpedigo296
      @donaldpedigo296 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      .....Very Sincere Comment....Full of Appreciation & Empathy.....

    • @amandanield5380
      @amandanield5380 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      that's so sad and so selfish. no human should have the right to take a baby away from its mother.

    • @cecilia7932
      @cecilia7932 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      I think he has raised a lot of the lions himself, or at least known them since they were little. I don't know if it's possible to establish such a trust if not from birth, but I might be wrong

    • @TranceSFX
      @TranceSFX 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      So impressive! I mean if you're at the point where you get a LIONESS TO TRUST YOU WITH HER CUBS, I can't picture what else you can't achieve.

    • @thatredhairedgurl8828
      @thatredhairedgurl8828 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@amandanield5380 thats what they do at dairy farms

  • @patriciamoyasaavedra2928
    @patriciamoyasaavedra2928 5 ปีที่แล้ว +144

    My grandfather used to tell me when I was a kid, paradise meant men and animals living peacefully. He loved the idea of being able to play and sleep with a lion just like Kevin is doing right here 😊😄

  • @iGenesisXlivia
    @iGenesisXlivia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Rest In Peace, Ishca. You’ll never be forgotten.

  • @nanuq83
    @nanuq83 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I've watched his videos for a few yrs now, absolutely love what he does. I've never seen this, it was a real treat. Thank you!
    RIP Mommas 🐾

  • @sandy89107
    @sandy89107 7 ปีที่แล้ว +118

    momma really loves you to let near her babies

  • @FantasticBeasts_
    @FantasticBeasts_ 8 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    anyone else cried?

    • @NoWhiteBalls
      @NoWhiteBalls 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Joyal Koshy yes, same here :o)

    • @Youdoyouyeah
      @Youdoyouyeah 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      +Joyal Koshy Yes indeed. Shows how there can be a relationship between man and lions. Of course, Lion King was my childhood.

    • @lamineymakeover3470
      @lamineymakeover3470 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here

    • @ioannisalex5089
      @ioannisalex5089 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here!!

    • @sandeepks1342
      @sandeepks1342 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here

  • @rickelliott4217
    @rickelliott4217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    This guy is so blessed to have life long mate's like these.

  • @moniqueweir6523
    @moniqueweir6523 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I cry whenever I see this video, it’s so heartwarming and thinking about how beautiful of a lioness she was. RIP ISHCA

  • @lovely_6877
    @lovely_6877 4 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    the last scene is priceless... I wish all the humans could see the animals as this man does. Beautiful

  • @LionMetalMusic-videochannel
    @LionMetalMusic-videochannel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +300

    this was so beautiful , last scene is heartbreaking
    RIP amazing Lioness Ishca, she break the rules of nature

    • @helenclarke4735
      @helenclarke4735 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Evidently those aren't the rules of nature for her.

  • @patc1871
    @patc1871 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This warms my ❤️

  • @angelamason3526
    @angelamason3526 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh god I'm devastated she's died how.. love animals .lovely video so nice.to see god bless all of you for caring gorgeous cats.xxxxx😭❤️

  • @sotheareaknoun2642
    @sotheareaknoun2642 5 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    She just kissed him when he asleep. ❤️

  • @HupfDole87
    @HupfDole87 7 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    that ending was heartwarming and unbelievable cute. and i say that as a 100 kg dude.
    the way she pat on his head, followed by the my paw is on your paw game, followed by ok lets sleep :D

    • @warrenlondon2426
      @warrenlondon2426 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Even til this very day, this is honestly one of the most purest and beautiful moments I’ve ever seen! 🙌😩❤️

  • @johnnylego807
    @johnnylego807 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This was beautiful, people need to sub to Kevin Richardson and support him. He’s an incredible human being 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💪🏽

  • @ryancrucena755
    @ryancrucena755 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I'm weeping because this was beautiful and reminiscent of Ishca ...

  • @sallyfeschuk5771
    @sallyfeschuk5771 5 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    What an absolutely beautiful lioness. Her eyes just shone. I'm so sad to learn she's passed away. Such a lovely mummy too.

  • @LJS232
    @LJS232 4 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    Adorable video! The last scene where the lioness gently stroking Kevin's head is pure love and trust!

    • @celinafernandez8210
      @celinafernandez8210 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yes!!! How can a lioness with its heavy arm and paw have such a delicate touch on Kevin's head. She is unique. Sweetest girl. Only hope at the end she didn't suffer very much ... beautiful Ishca RIP ...

  • @felinasantiago7134
    @felinasantiago7134 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This video makes me emotional.. It's so amazing the level of Love and Trust Ishca has for her beloved Kevin.. RIP beautiful Queen.. 👑 💖🦁💖

  • @theendofanerror4173
    @theendofanerror4173 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    0:50 Look at this. Ya'll see that? Her back is turned. He, the man, holding on to one of her precious cubs in their extremely vulnerable state in life and HER BACK IS TURNED. Man I want trust like that with a lion/lioness.

  • @perdanavenerdi
    @perdanavenerdi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    1:46 "A toy! I found a toy! Mommy, I found a toy!"
    "That's my tail!"
    😀😁😂

    • @GabsARV
      @GabsARV 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Cubs will always bite into things. Aren't they just the most precious things on earth?

  • @luckynlucky1028
    @luckynlucky1028 7 ปีที่แล้ว +289

    what a person omg....god bless him..

  • @taffycat5049
    @taffycat5049 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This video is so sweet I'm on the verge of happy tears. 💕

  • @carrieblack4164
    @carrieblack4164 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That last moment falling asleep in total peace with the lion pretty much sums up this amazing bond.

  • @cocamila
    @cocamila 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1136

    Who came here after hearing ishca passed away due to cancer 😢😢

    • @alyssabullock6421
      @alyssabullock6421 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @bluebearChu Me :(

    • @DrHouse1238
      @DrHouse1238 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      I didnt know it was due to cancer ,that sucks

    • @fighterplane2023
      @fighterplane2023 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Animal can get cancer like people !!

    • @Shaun12731
      @Shaun12731 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Was gonna ask if this was ishca! What a memory❤️

    • @natsarimthings3147
      @natsarimthings3147 5 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      This is ishca??? now I wanna cry.. 😿😿

  • @MKMK-zo1zx
    @MKMK-zo1zx 7 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I love that final picture of everyone sleeping.

  • @FrankyboyFloyd
    @FrankyboyFloyd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    2:40 The communion of two pure souls. One of the most beautiful thing I saw in my life....

  • @daniltonluizdores9156
    @daniltonluizdores9156 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    what a beautiful soul is you kevin

  • @Marguerite21
    @Marguerite21 8 ปีที่แล้ว +222

    Kevin Richardson is extraordinary and amazing. It's rare to see a human be accepted in a pride of wild lions. Now I know why I was meant to see someone like Kevin being with lions. Life is meant for us to see and learn some very wonderful unusual things. You can make the impossible become the possible. That's what Kevin shows despite the risk.
    I know that lions can be very dangerous. But I have heard of one story about a twelve year old girl. To make the story short, the girl was told she was to marry an old man. The girl strongly refused. The villagers beat up the girl for her refusal. The girl was thrown into the wild and couldn't get up after being beaten. The lions see the girl. But the lions don't eat her. They sympathized with her and they watched over her. When the other humans came around, the lions stood their ground and protected the girl. They wouldn't let any human come near her. Life goes to show you that even dangerous animals can care to protect you.

    • @vantyvinitoza
      @vantyvinitoza 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      where did u hear that story ? can u send link or something?

    • @Marguerite21
      @Marguerite21 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vinit Oza I have no idea. It was just something I once heard of a long time ago.

    • @cymar1000
      @cymar1000 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      If you break impossible into 2 words, you get "I'm possible".

    • @stevebilliter
      @stevebilliter 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where's yourreference for this story?

    • @lestermiller2717
      @lestermiller2717 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have heard of stories like that happening in Africa yes it is very rare but it has happened. I heard of a little kid that had a hippo protect him from a croc that tried to attack him while he was at the river edge. The hippo charged the croc and bit him across the back then flipped him away.

  • @regal_7877
    @regal_7877 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    How did it take 10 years for this to show up on my feed? I mean seriously something this wholesome should be shown immediately to everyone. Wars would not be fought anymore.

  • @cynthiac5655
    @cynthiac5655 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rest in peace Queen Ishca,you are still so loved,and can not be forgotten.....😢😭💙💗❤💓💔

  • @helenclarke4735
    @helenclarke4735 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I just love the little one that keeps playing with his mother's tail.:)

  • @Nutanrldshah
    @Nutanrldshah 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Aww when she lays her head on his hand 😍

  • @londiniumcross5122
    @londiniumcross5122 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    It's SO sweet when she showed him her cubs.

  • @Juuuleez
    @Juuuleez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Lions cubs and LOTR music in the same video is the best thing that happened in 2009

    • @madz5560
      @madz5560 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was thinking the same thing! This is my favourite soundtrack from Lotr

  • @anuragsikder3555
    @anuragsikder3555 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Ishca, where ever you are stay blessed girl. We all love you❤

  • @hussain1921
    @hussain1921 9 ปีที่แล้ว +164

    Lions of the Shire

    • @socer451
      @socer451 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Hussain P finally.......someone said it

  • @rachelschwebach7566
    @rachelschwebach7566 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Rest in peace, beautiful Ishca. We will never stop loving you and we will never forget you. Ishca, 2004-2018. 🦁😍🦁😍

  • @sandrar6063
    @sandrar6063 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What a video! Kevin's holding cubs and mom just lying there like nothing is happening! They were so young!!!
    She fully trusted him! What an honor!❤❤

  • @feafel
    @feafel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I just love the last scene where Kevin, lioness and the cubs are asleep ... is there another definition of pure happiness and peace?

  • @craigfinch873
    @craigfinch873 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    That man is living my dream. I am in awe of the relationship he shares with all his animals, even the Giraffe.

  • @Fightback2023
    @Fightback2023 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    RIP Ishca... You did well.. and wish you a happy journey ahead...

  • @notsosilentmajority1
    @notsosilentmajority1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I always envy Kevin but I have never been jealous........... until today, lol. Man oh man.
    That's pretty close to heaven on earth.

  • @franceshurt3517
    @franceshurt3517 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brilliant and beautiful, thanks Kevin.

  • @miguelrodrigues190
    @miguelrodrigues190 7 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    This is God showing us that we are nothing but pure love

  • @jonathanerickson4729
    @jonathanerickson4729 5 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    The scene where Ishca& Kevin are trading who’s hand/paw is on top- my Cat Angel & I do. & l always Lose. Happily!

  • @BitchyQueen69
    @BitchyQueen69 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're the BEST,Kevin! I love watching all your videos. You're amazing with your Lions! God bless you and all the wonderful work you're doing to conserve these beautiful,magnificent Lions.😊👍❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @flynnwoosnam5030
    @flynnwoosnam5030 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That last bit were they were sleeping melted my heart