19/09/2026
Ever heard of a tree-climbing lion? 🦁
The Ishasha sector in Queen Elizabeth Park is famous for them. These masters of relaxation can often be found spread out across the branches of huge fig trees.
Why they climb? No one knows for sure. It could be to escape the heat, avoid biting insects or simply get a better view of what’s happening below.
📍 Ishasha, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda