Meet The Characters: Suja and Bongani | The Lion Whisperer

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  • Meet The Characters: Suja and Bongani | The Lion Whisperer. Today Kevin Richardson plans to take you all on an enrichment walk with male lions, Bongani and Suja! But wait, there’s a catch… the entire video depends on whether Suja wants to load or not.
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  • @krisfrederick5001
    @krisfrederick5001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +470

    "Hello big boyee" Never gets old.

    • @milespropper2288
      @milespropper2288 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Kris Frederick I say it to my dog all the time now

    • @chamilmeegahathenna8035
      @chamilmeegahathenna8035 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hyenas vs lion king
      th-cam.com/video/7tJvyU8zB1Q/w-d-xo.html

    • @krisfrederick5001
      @krisfrederick5001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@milespropper2288 Aw that's great

    • @deemariedubois4916
      @deemariedubois4916 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Miles Propper I lost my big boy, a huge boxer, Ernie, 98 pounds and we kept him light as possible due to a genetic heart condition. He never understood how big he was and remained my lap puppy until he passed at just 4 1/2 years old. He would stand in front of my big chair & a half- gotten just so he could fit with me-looking all pitiful and I would say oh my big boy come cuddle with me. He would crawl onto my lap and we would snuggle together. He was such a sweet big boy. Though I knew it could happen at any time, it broke my heart when one day with absolutely no sign it was coming, he just collapsed in the yard playing with his sister. Ernie didn’t suffer, he was just gone that fast. Every time Kevin says that phrase, I can see my big boy waiting to be invited onto my lap.

  • @engelwrekende9517
    @engelwrekende9517 4 ปีที่แล้ว +580

    Suja: staring at Meg with love eyes....😻😻😻
    Kevin: He is secretly terrified of her!!! 😺😺😺

    • @jewel8477
      @jewel8477 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      He still remembers this 😂😂😂 th-cam.com/video/H9UBBz1lQ_0/w-d-xo.html

    • @MsWesty81
      @MsWesty81 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@jewel8477 thank you for sharing this. I have heard the stories but never seen the footage. RIP Tsar and Amy x

    • @wanttosayadrem2551
      @wanttosayadrem2551 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Meg is almost as big as male lions, I would also be terrified being lion :)

    • @mamavswild
      @mamavswild 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      Once Bongani passes, I wouldn’t be surprised if Suja and Meg are given a ‘second chance at love’... with Meg already knowing him and having her sister gone, and Suja without his lion boss Bongani, it might be a match made in heaven. Meg can be the boss and Suja can be the ‘Yes Dear’ lion he’s always dreamed of!! 😍

    • @lisalang7096
      @lisalang7096 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Wild Mountain Gwendy 😂😂😂

  • @brieb9750
    @brieb9750 4 ปีที่แล้ว +524

    The Bongani story hit home: “Why should we appreciate him any more or less when he’s well or sick.” I feel like we do that with our parents or siblings. Until they are sick or old and frail, do we then show how much love we have for them. Why do we have to wait for a crisis to appreciate what we have right in front of us?

    • @chamilmeegahathenna8035
      @chamilmeegahathenna8035 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hyenas vs lion king
      th-cam.com/video/7tJvyU8zB1Q/w-d-xo.html

    • @laurashipp447
      @laurashipp447 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Agreed!

    • @tylerbeaudoin3225
      @tylerbeaudoin3225 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Brie B-VERY well said!! Amen

    • @womanofsubstance8735
      @womanofsubstance8735 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I think, for Americans who are more likely to live in scattered families, it is too easy to fall into that "out of sight, out of mind" mode. To borrow another phrase: "You don't know what you've got 'til it's gone", but then is too late to make amends or to forgive, or to just say "I love you."

    • @sabrinabowden-hughes1730
      @sabrinabowden-hughes1730 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wonderful and sad truth

  • @MrAndalian
    @MrAndalian 4 ปีที่แล้ว +243

    Everyone: quarantining at home
    Kevin: Imma bring the lions out for an enrichment walk

    • @matthewbrown2567
      @matthewbrown2567 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      An N not tigers

    • @MrAndalian
      @MrAndalian 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@matthewbrown2567 haha right 😂 a mistake, i corrected that

    • @sarasmr4278
      @sarasmr4278 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      To be fair they're staying inside the park 😂💜

    • @DinnerForkTongue
      @DinnerForkTongue 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MrAndalian
      Still in quarantine though! 😜

    • @sabrinabowden-hughes1730
      @sabrinabowden-hughes1730 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Let's see if the authorities try to stop Kevin from walking with the two big cats like is happening in the United States and some cities and states

  • @nesataraxia
    @nesataraxia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +258

    "Suja has really beautiful buttcheeks." Well that one will be hard to forget 😂 Now we all know how to recognise Suja.
    Good-looking boys!

    • @LionWhispererTV
      @LionWhispererTV  4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      😂

    • @Lady8D
      @Lady8D 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      LOL! I noticed that when he jumped in the truck at start of video =)

    • @mollym2955
      @mollym2955 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Nadine Mendes ... too funny! Just like New Years Eve... the balls have definitely dropped! I’m still laughing.

    • @Whateverhasbeenmynameforyears
      @Whateverhasbeenmynameforyears 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My favorite lion backside is Bobcat. :) What is yours?

    • @yuki-streamt7996
      @yuki-streamt7996 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      jea but you need things like this, meg has her tuft on her head, and others there own spezial something. iam still working on trying to see the differents XD like this one has less full darg mane ore this ones mane looks like a big blond sunnyboy XD ore this ladys are big but naughty that must be the jenny and her pride :P but i wish there would be a fotoalbum on the homepage where i can see all lions and learn the differenz

  • @kmssarat8108
    @kmssarat8108 4 ปีที่แล้ว +207

    "His gluteus maximus is ummah "
    - The Lion Whisperer, 2020 😆

    • @neelambhatt378
      @neelambhatt378 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I don't know why everyone's mad about Kim Kardashian's ass when we have Suja's bum😍

    • @alimahjoob2319
      @alimahjoob2319 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Neelam Bhatt 😂😂😂😂

  • @quantumtrace777
    @quantumtrace777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    Admittedly, this is the only channel I watch the ads, so Kevin gets the money for the animals 🦁

    • @sparkalparobinson1701
      @sparkalparobinson1701 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Quantum Trace99 ... Ditto!!

    • @karenb586
      @karenb586 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I do as well, Kevin needs all the money he can get for those beautiful animals. I'm glad to help. God bless Kevin Richardson🙏🙏🙏

    • @UDamnFine
      @UDamnFine 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Watching ads gave them money?

  • @novalong
    @novalong 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Suja was ready for a walk on a lovely day. How very sad that covid caused fatal health problems for Bongani (3 years later, he's still fighting, that speaks for the healthy TLC they have). ! Suja's caution is as endearing as Bongani's confidence. ❣🦁❣

  • @tmmeow88
    @tmmeow88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +155

    Poor Suja is still carrying a bit of a torch for Meg

  • @Fishbeaverduck
    @Fishbeaverduck 4 ปีที่แล้ว +239

    Suja has the most gentle face, he looks so empathetic!

    • @tigercrazed
      @tigercrazed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Fishbeaverduck Suja has always been a favorite of mine. And it’s adorable that his roar sounds like a cow mooing. 😍

    • @Lady8D
      @Lady8D 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      When I first read this I was thinking maybe it was just one of those "say anything for a like" type comments...then Suja walked up close to the camera and I realized that no, he really does have an empathetic face!!! Beautiful boy!

    • @parallel_monkey9583
      @parallel_monkey9583 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      exactly the comment i was looking for! - Suja's face is sooo recognizable, sort of a mix of empathetic but also slightly terrified sooo cute!

    • @genericusername8337
      @genericusername8337 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Interesting how human beings see human expressions in animals so easily, even going as far as believing they tell something about that animal's character. "He/she looks so empathic/mean/contemplative" etc. It's all a false positive made by your brain, why not just ignore it?

    • @natasjaverhofstadt6854
      @natasjaverhofstadt6854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just like Kevin🦁

  • @shinigami1357
    @shinigami1357 4 ปีที่แล้ว +185

    I dont know what it is, but for the first time in a while it really hit me.
    This man is walking with lions. Thats insane that its been normalized in my head. He.Is.on.a.walk.with.lions

    • @alohamd165
      @alohamd165 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Sabre I try to imagine that feeling.......

    • @sonofmyheart
      @sonofmyheart 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Very well expressed.

    • @uzomamba2660
      @uzomamba2660 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      No cane nothing...just cruising along..gotta love it

  • @parallel_monkey9583
    @parallel_monkey9583 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    0:10 Suja: *spots the drone camera*
    Suja: *nervously skips away quickly*
    Had me chuckling - SOOoooo cute!!!

  • @DemonDarakna
    @DemonDarakna 4 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    Suja, I get you ... the world can be a loud place.

  • @madeymaydey2739
    @madeymaydey2739 4 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    And he saw Meg lying under a tree 😂
    Me: aw so cute 😍😍😍 they are meant for each other.
    Then Kev ruined the moment saying he is secretly terrified to her. 🙄 😂

  • @camelotcat6794
    @camelotcat6794 4 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    Wow! These 2 are so different in personality and both are fantastic. Sure they get tired; they are seniors. I never would have thought of a lion being “skittish” but Suja is and I find it cute. Especially when he was looking at Meg and Kevin said he was terrified of her. Bongani is a great specimen. You are so right Kevin; we should love them everyday like it was their last. 🇺🇸❤️

  • @wendyclifford1408
    @wendyclifford1408 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Bongani is a super warrior in my eyes for overcoming his illness. What a strong Lion bravo!!!😄😍😎

    • @alib1255
      @alib1255 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wendy Clifford Bongani is so handsome! One of my favorites!!! Hello from Connecticut 🇺🇸

  • @Csichicigirl
    @Csichicigirl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +191

    Suja and Bongani having a blast and enjoying them self have a great weekend

    • @LionWhispererTV
      @LionWhispererTV  4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Thanks Chicki, you too!

    • @ccth22
      @ccth22 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Kevin you do great work. I noticed Bongani”s mane looks dark and healthy. At his age is that normal?

    • @adeevaafsheen341
      @adeevaafsheen341 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@LionWhispererTV Please do more of Suja and Bongani. I love these two so much!

  • @cauxzieruffhausen9547
    @cauxzieruffhausen9547 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I never thought I would love any one of the lions more, but Suja's scarred face and pensive demeanor get me everytime.

    • @Angela-po7cr
      @Angela-po7cr 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      5G controlled by weather manipulation machine called HAARP made in 1940 controlled by air forceand sick merging of humans with animals success with lizards Lucifrrian ingredient now robots with Lucifer's last ingredient frogs robots making their own babies area 51 sick human animals merged dna

    • @Angela-po7cr
      @Angela-po7cr 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nani chips planted in brain to track and killed testing live parasitesfauci blames Africa for his patented. Vivid SARS which is AIDS made 1983 Satan worship US gov greed control Satan destroyed our lives there Bible says the weapon of indignation I solidly know what's goingi have a very rare ability born with a empathy sensiitivigh very few will go to Heaven
      Deceived by belief in aliiens which are demons in lab made. The Air Force does this

    • @Angela-po7cr
      @Angela-po7cr 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      HAARP weather manipulation machine caused fires can lift cards start fires in trees and any where. They play with sun and moon run even unknowingly by Lucifer. Satan the devil Illuminati sick Moro's worship satansexwith their own kids. Go from minus 8 million etc to plus 8 million ripping off tax payer mondy

  • @canadasweetie
    @canadasweetie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Seeing the lions pacing in the car anticipating their upcoming walk just makes me smile.

  • @akiriith
    @akiriith 4 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Suja is such a precious nervous baby. They have such interesting personalities! I really love these guys.

  • @laurenanderson3618
    @laurenanderson3618 4 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    I am loving all the little cameos of Meg!! And how could Suge not have eyes for her, she is stunning and has the best personality!!

    • @cinnow
      @cinnow 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Suja behaved very badly when he was introduced to the girls . The meeting with Tsar went well but Suja attacked Tsar and scared the girls. Bongani was like "What the. . ?"

    • @cinnow
      @cinnow 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Steelerz Reign Supreme sorry I don't. This video was about Kevin moving his sanctuary to the present location so it's riveting There's Tau, Napoleon and Tabby. Suja, Bongani and Tsar are a pride, who are Rodney' s favourites, then the attempt to form a new pride by bringing the girls and Bongani' s pride together, it fails, so Kevin has to build a new enclosure for Meg and Amy but he says they're worth it, Vayetse behaving naughtily because Kevin hasn't spent time with him, because of the move, chewing Kevin's shoe and harassing poor Livy who is so mad, a young Bobcat sitting and roaring with Kevin.. you just need to search for Kevin Stephenson and you may stumble on it. In the Lion Ranger videos Siam and Bongani are leading men in movies and ads. Today it's Vayetse and Bobcat.

  • @debrabiderman4275
    @debrabiderman4275 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    The relationships between male lions is one of my favorite things about Lions. That love and affection that has nothing to do with sex just floors me. BTW Their black manes are outfeckinrageous.

  • @Chaotic4Exotics
    @Chaotic4Exotics 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Everyone else in the world: 5 to 6 weeks isnt that long
    Kevin without Bonguani: it felt like eternity

  • @TheBlondeLioness
    @TheBlondeLioness ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Aww good boy Suja! Getting in first. I recently watched Kev's 2003 documentary "Dangerious Companions," and seen Bongani and his siblings being hand raised by Kevin when their mother rejected after giving birth a week earlier. He really is a miracle. U also got to see Meg & Amy when they were cubs in it too. Look it up it's a great watch.

  • @begga7595
    @begga7595 4 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    They are so beautiful lions. Their manes! 😍

  • @angieball9159
    @angieball9159 4 ปีที่แล้ว +124

    I'm so glad I can give whatever I can. I just wish I could do something more. I love you guys. You've seriously become a part of my family.

    • @LionWhispererTV
      @LionWhispererTV  4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Thanks Angie! 😊

    • @samygaia4451
      @samygaia4451 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LionWhispererTV dear.kevin.its.not.good.to.hold.the.tongue.of.the.lion.i.wish.i.could.be.there.to.help.you.do.take.good.cAre.of.them.do.they.need.worm.medications.and.do.you.bath.them.they.give.yoh.love.I.am.happy.the..gave the.money.for.them.so.you.can.look.after.them.god.will.bless.you.kevin....
      .

  • @Pol-kw5gq
    @Pol-kw5gq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I can relate to Suja so much, even though he’s a lion haha. The part where Kevin said that he doesn’t do anything he doesn’t want to

  • @bethcause5526
    @bethcause5526 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Kevin Richardson, please DON'T stop rearing these precious lions, and hyenias. You are all GODS gift to each other. 👏❤️😢😊🇺🇸🤳🎧🙏👏⚓💯 You're are a blessing not only to the lions but to other people who admire what you do, like myself.

  • @thehypershotz
    @thehypershotz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Props to Kevin for doing what we cant during this hard time. His power to grow knowledge around the world without us doing anything is magical!

    • @greenflash8069
      @greenflash8069 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Well said.

    • @vikkinicholson2300
      @vikkinicholson2300 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      we need 100 more Kevins in the world. Get rid of lions in captivity and give them this kind of environment.

  • @anandswaroop4061
    @anandswaroop4061 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Would love to see Kevin interviewing his team about the lions in a funny conversation 😄

  • @irenesabado7814
    @irenesabado7814 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Watching from the Philippines Hello Suja And Bongani

  • @thechumpsbeendumped.7797
    @thechumpsbeendumped.7797 4 ปีที่แล้ว +270

    Suja myst have heard what you said about him and thought he’d make a liar out of you. 😉

    • @LionWhispererTV
      @LionWhispererTV  4 ปีที่แล้ว +85

      😂 yeah Suja thought "I'll make a fool of him"!

    • @n0snonzerosum884
      @n0snonzerosum884 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Suju is still the trickster!

    • @Xxluvable94xX
      @Xxluvable94xX 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      It’s a cat thing, the second you say something about them they have to prove you wrong

  • @kekedream
    @kekedream 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Suja's always been my favorite of the three (#ripTzar!). He's so handsome, can't understand why Meg & Amy wouldn't go for him 🤔😂

    • @helenclarke4735
      @helenclarke4735 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      They already had their man (Kevin), didn't want another unless he stayed in the corner of the enclosure. Maybe Meg and Amy cornering him like that is why he is skittish.

    • @AshrafAnam
      @AshrafAnam 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      The girls are/were too stuck-up...Kevin spoiled them...they think they are princesses or something

    • @benny8782
      @benny8782 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Amy past away i miss her

    • @kekedream
      @kekedream 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@benny8782 I miss her too 😭🙏

    • @anhpham6506
      @anhpham6506 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@AshrafAnam They're the queens LOL. Beside you can't force yourself to make friend with someone you don't like.

  • @whitexchina
    @whitexchina 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Kevin was almost crying when he talked about Bongani'a health.
    He loves all of his cats, that's for sure!
    💕 🐾

  • @sandravaldez995
    @sandravaldez995 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Omg. Kevin is concerned about closing the door in Suja’s face. Is there anyone else like that?
    So much respect. You’re teaching everyone Kevin.

  • @davidmcclain8731
    @davidmcclain8731 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Im so glad Kevin is there for Suja. I would worry for him, if he was in the wild. lol

  • @redfury2799
    @redfury2799 4 ปีที่แล้ว +142

    Hope you’re doing well Kevin!

    • @redfury2799
      @redfury2799 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      You and your beautiful lions

  • @evelyne4034
    @evelyne4034 4 ปีที่แล้ว +191

    I won't ever understand the reason videos like these get dislikes, seriously, why? Lol

    • @janicekrieger1922
      @janicekrieger1922 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      The down thumbers are simply Trolls who like to upset people. Just ignore them.

    • @buildinit6523
      @buildinit6523 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      THEY WATCH THE LION MORON DUDE

    • @elfenmaus1440
      @elfenmaus1440 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      these are the hunters

    • @zenapsgas
      @zenapsgas 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      People accidently click dislike BY MISTAKE. Could happen anyone.

    • @oldink3324
      @oldink3324 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I think lame trolls but does anyone else ever think it's jealousy. Some ppl that 'can't, often try and bring down those who 'can' ?

  • @adrunkgorillawithalobotomy353
    @adrunkgorillawithalobotomy353 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Suja is like, "She's psycho.....keep her away from meeee!!!!".

  • @marksullivan6319
    @marksullivan6319 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    "Do not disturb me Kev, I'm rolling." Lol

  • @buksietheyorkie5158
    @buksietheyorkie5158 4 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    AMAZING!!!They are such MAGNIFICENT ANIMALS!!!

  • @paulcooper5962
    @paulcooper5962 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Glad Bongani doing well ! FIP is so cruel in Cats. We had a 12 week old Kitten that we could only have for 4 weeks due to this !! She gave so much love . It broke our Heart when we had to say Goodbye . Thanks for all what you do Kev !!

    • @sonofmyheart
      @sonofmyheart 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yea. I was going to foster a rescued momma and 4 babies. Before introducing them to my others i always tested them. But momma and all babies had FIP, I didnt let them suffer, they all passed together. Beautiful family. That was 20 years ago and im crying for them again now.

  • @iam1ina1000000
    @iam1ina1000000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Such a magnificent creature... the lions are amazing too.

  • @jarijuntunen1982
    @jarijuntunen1982 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Im simple man. I see LionWhisperer content, i press like 🦁🦁🦁

    • @LionWhispererTV
      @LionWhispererTV  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Jari, glad you enjoy the content!

  • @katieorr2195
    @katieorr2195 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Bongani is looking pretty good for his age...shows the level of care Kevin provides 🤗

  • @srikanthsidd9959
    @srikanthsidd9959 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Suja🦁 and Bongani🦁!!!! OMG 😍💙 They're so cute.💙💙💙🙏🏻😊💙

  • @thetowerstillstands
    @thetowerstillstands 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Suji is not quite finished with his walk!
    So beautiful!

  • @WhiteChocolate1300
    @WhiteChocolate1300 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Trust me : Bongani knows & appreciates you helped him with his illness

  • @joannarundale555
    @joannarundale555 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Oh gorgeous boys, all three of them. Love the way you just wait for for Suja to load so it’s a great experience for him. That’s so respectful of his individuality. If I stay up late on Fridays your video is my last joy for the day. Be safe all of you over there.

  • @nathanwilliams2152
    @nathanwilliams2152 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    These two are so interesting to watch. Would be lovely to see Suja, Bongani and Gabby t-shirts for example in the future - they all have unique faces and characters :)

  • @lindacurrie2601
    @lindacurrie2601 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You, Kevin and the beautiful lions always make me smile, Thankyou for all the years. 🇦🇺

  • @sharonmccoy5709
    @sharonmccoy5709 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    GM Kevin and handsome boys beautiful kings ❤️❤️

  • @jjj-lb7hg
    @jjj-lb7hg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I wanna be just like Kevin these lions are so beautiful! They are so behaving. Just WOW like just WOW!

  • @Nene_760
    @Nene_760 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Beautiful how they love him

  • @carlawalker7752
    @carlawalker7752 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bongani..what a very cool and perfect name for one amazing lion 😼

  • @noniemac
    @noniemac 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watching these videos with Kevin and all the animals, one almost forgets how dangerous his job actually is. A bad day could result in death. Yet his relationship with the lions are seemingly natural. It’s like my relationship with my domestic cat. So as I watch him talk about and walk with Bongani and Suja, I realize how incredibly AMAZING Kevin actually is. And how rare his work is. There are a lot of people in the world that work with wild animals, but none have the respect Kevin has. And because of that is why I decided to become a subscriber and a member. We need more people like Kevin.

  • @GarthMurray1
    @GarthMurray1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Of course I love the lions and learning about them and their personalities, but I also like it when you show some of the many people that help make the sanctuary the success it is.

  • @hibaimran3742
    @hibaimran3742 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Kev , u made me fall in love with these beautiful lions. The lions really had a great time with you. Keep doing this great work. Hats off to you.

  • @rocker76m88
    @rocker76m88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Living the dream of walking with lions❤❤❤

  • @OriginalMomo
    @OriginalMomo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    With Suja watching his back, Bongani will live his days happy I think. 🦁 🦁

  • @mrittikadas8790
    @mrittikadas8790 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Suja and Bongani is Love and Kevin Richardson with them is Love with Respect 😍😍😍😍🤗🤗🤗🤗😘😘😘😘❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @unishaluitel5533
    @unishaluitel5533 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    When you post,i am just gonna delay everything else until i watch the full video! Friday got much better!🍀 TGIF!

  • @graceclaver60
    @graceclaver60 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tsuja is such a lovable skittish cat. Bongani has such confidence. Love this 2 big cats.

  • @Jay-vw6hn
    @Jay-vw6hn 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kevin you live a extraordinary life, Hollywood will one day make a movie about you.

  • @sweetbee4910
    @sweetbee4910 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Hope you're doing well Kevin. Stay healthy

  • @jordanamber1218
    @jordanamber1218 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Suja and bongani made the most of their walk by the looks of it, they were very happy to see Kev! 😊
    Thanks to Kev and all the team for caring for these wonderful characters and raising awareness for the plight of lions ❤️ it makes all the difference 😊❤️

  • @wendyowen1499
    @wendyowen1499 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bongani's recovery is truly a remarkable miracle. Suja my boy patience with the old man.

  • @paisani8782
    @paisani8782 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Poor Bongani, let's pray for him. He's a beautiful cat undoubtly.

  • @unishaluitel5533
    @unishaluitel5533 4 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    Why appreciate less or more because of a disease? We should love them everyday. God will bless you everyday with every good thing.🌻

  • @relevantinformation6655
    @relevantinformation6655 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    It’s so stress relieving and centering to watch these videos every crazy week - specially when the lions are feeling snarky and frisky 🦁❤️🦁 - thanks Kev !!

  • @arunpareekh3089
    @arunpareekh3089 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bongani and suja are lucky to go for a walk with you and all the lions,lepords and hyenas in the sanctuary are the best

  • @Steve200300
    @Steve200300 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely beautiful to see to fully grown male lions walking side by side. Lions are my number one in big cats. Love to see meet the hyenas characters that would be intriguing. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @formhubfar
    @formhubfar 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    9:20, who wouldnt want the bragging rights of saying a fully grown male lion is cautious of them.., thats just surreal.

    • @melmagallon6233
      @melmagallon6233 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That was my favorite part of the vid. I replayed it a few times 'cuz I couldn't believe it lol

  • @mariinwonderland
    @mariinwonderland 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Suja is my new favorite lion! Don't tell Vayetse!
    Still love you Vayetse, haha :D

    • @MsShiv2010
      @MsShiv2010 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ahaa vayetse is another Handsome 🦁!! Damn beautiful main...

  • @carolyngrant9278
    @carolyngrant9278 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Kevin, would it be a good idea for a wooden ramp for Sugi to walk up into the vehicle with greater ease as they are getting older? Interesting to hear about a lion getting corona virus. Like hearing the stories/memories you have abiut each lion. You have such a friendly way of telling.

  • @margaretpierce4342
    @margaretpierce4342 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    “Enjoy my lovelies” as Kev would say to the lions..My goodness.. I am sounding like him..

  • @sabinegruebner5100
    @sabinegruebner5100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Long awaited - Suja and Bongani !💖🦁

  • @dbsartworks418
    @dbsartworks418 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I like how they get selective cat hearing when he tries to get them on the truck!

  • @helenclarke4735
    @helenclarke4735 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just the shape of Suja's eyes looks anxious.

  • @donnamealy4877
    @donnamealy4877 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Suja , you rock. Stay the way you are, you sensitive Lion.

  • @nativeca08
    @nativeca08 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Its wonderful to hear that we are making a difference and helping you with creating and maintaining a wonderful life for these precious babies!! It really warms my heart to see how much it means to you and I cant thank you enough for doing this for one of GOD's greatest creations!!!

  • @kimmyqueen8009
    @kimmyqueen8009 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Here I am again getting one of my happy pills for the day ❤️ I want to thank you again Kevin and entire crew for everything you all do for our amazing beautiful creatures 😊❤️ you guys are amazing 🙏🏼 Kevin these animals are blessed to have you 🙏🏼 And you’re also blessed what an amazing part of your life to live. Not too many people can say that. 🙏🏼❤️ Thanks so much guys!

  • @pdales2257
    @pdales2257 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lions are so majestic💚💛💜 true work of nature.

  • @dineshthakur1934
    @dineshthakur1934 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kevin love them like his child I can see when he was talking about bongani and get emotional

  • @beverlyputnam272
    @beverlyputnam272 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love when they walk side by side

  • @rupamlunawat9252
    @rupamlunawat9252 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Love from Kolkata India ❤❤❤❤❤🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻

  • @Victoria-qb3dr
    @Victoria-qb3dr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Meg is just looking at Suja like "Keep dreaming, honey *eyeroll*" haha!

  • @shauntaylor6040
    @shauntaylor6040 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Suja was knackered, he could hardly get back in the truck.

  • @andri3012
    @andri3012 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    9:26 like a pet cat

  • @Annie-ZA
    @Annie-ZA 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    BRILLIANT as ALWAYS! 👌💪🦁🦁

  • @sophialeo5025
    @sophialeo5025 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Suja is such a specimen, fitter than Bongani but gentler. Wish both are still in good health 3 years on.... 💞💕

  • @ChrisDority
    @ChrisDority 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are a good dude, saving the lives of this magical creatures, no matter what condition they are in...you are a HERO!!

  • @Lightwood_AF
    @Lightwood_AF 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    They are magnificent!! Lovely treat on a Bank Holiday, thank you. Loved the cameo from Meg also & find it funny that Suja is secretly terrified by her. Match-making can always be hit & miss - good luck!!

  • @samanthaleo2590
    @samanthaleo2590 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Gosh they’re so beautiful

  • @sandrarhymer5148
    @sandrarhymer5148 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Is that precious Suja our
    “COWARDLY LION”

  • @brieb9750
    @brieb9750 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Suja knew he was on TV! 😜💓🦁

  • @mamacasteel
    @mamacasteel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I just love Bongani and specially when he gets vocal. And then Suja decided to totally pull a "wild card" out of his ear.....and said watch this Kev....in I go....first!!!!! And at the end when Suja saw Meg....his "Darling" who he was totally petrified of....and he never took his eyes off her cause he knew better! Great, great video Kevin!!!

  • @aribasultan
    @aribasultan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My goodness such handsome boys! And here i thought Bobcat was the looker 😂❤ thank you for caring for these beautiful animals and raising awareness of the situation of lions both in captivity and the wild!

  • @shirleylaboy603
    @shirleylaboy603 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Suja and Bongani are characters for sure. I think if suja and Meg were able to get along well with each other it would be a good thing. Meg shouldn't be alone forever. ❤❤❤🙂🦁

  • @RoseMaryandBlessing
    @RoseMaryandBlessing 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love both Suja♥ & Bongani ♥ and I am thankful that Kevin is taking such good care of them. Where we can't reach our prayers can reach and a difference! I pray a happy, fulfilled life for all the animals in this world. Amen