A day in Laikipia brought four leopard encounters, from the lazy Kisiwa to the ever-reliable Giza.

A quiet moment shared with a lioness. One of my most meaningful lion pictures from the wild.

Pride male at the dinner table. Lions live in social groups called prides rather than being solitary like most big cats. Female lions are the main hunters and caretakers, working together to feed and protect the young. Male lions defend territory, lead the pride’s protection and ensure the safety of cubs in many cases. Cubs learn by playing, watching and mimicking adult behaviour — their play has a purpose. Pride roles and hierarchies shift over time, especially when new male