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With lions roaming the bushlands, the leopardess must remain vigilant. During one failed hunt, she cleverly avoids a confrontation with a lioness, ensuring both she and her son escape unscathed. Though disappointments mark their hunting attempts, the provisioning from earlier kills sustains them through the leaner times ahead.
Shifting Focus
As the months pass, the young leopard's growth continues, paralleling a transition in their relationship. The emergence of a strong male irritates the dynamic, drawing the mother away from her nurturing rolls. Engaging in a brief mating ritual, the leopardess' focus shifts as she signals her readiness to breed, rendering her son less dependent and more spirited in his explorations.