Though wildebeests are usually at the top of the list of prey for lionesses, this video shows a different relationship between the wild animals. In this film, a baby wildebeest is protected by a lioness as her motherly instincts are stronger than her desire to bring a kill home to her pride. The two animals walk very closely together, and it’s evident that the lioness is protecting the baby.
Lioness Mama Decides to Protect Baby Wildebeest Instead of Eating Him
This lioness has the heart of a lion and a mother.
