He león Good It gained unexpected prominence on social networks, where more than two and a half million people already appreciated its beauty. Its most outstanding characteristic is not its fierceness or its color: It’s her curly hair.
Known as “the lion with curlers”Nzuri’s images are from noted wildlife photographer Kambiz Cameo Pourghanad (@silent_whispers.photography) and were captured in a nature reserve in KenyaAfrica.
«If Nzuri touched your hearts, I encourage you to join me or your favorite animal protection organization to protect them. Every small action counts, and together we can make a difference,» the photographer wrote on his Instagram.
The professional wrote that Nzuri is the son of Olepolos and the sixth member of 7 sub-males of a pack. “It is one of the most beautiful lions in the Masai Mara (nature reserve)”he acknowledged.
He also thanked those who appreciated his photos and video and stressed that his goal “is to inspire compassion and promote the protection of wildlife through my captures.”
Nzuri is one of the most beautiful lions in the Masai Mara. Photo: InstagramIn the comments on the photos, many users refer to the beauty of the specimen and emphasize that humans should take care of it.
Kambiz Pourghanad, Nzuri’s photographer. Photo: @silent_whispers.photography
Kenya, the country of lions
In the Kenyan savanna, the iconic African lion still struggles to maintain its presence. In Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) They estimate that the national population is around 2,500 copies, which positions Kenya as one of the few strongholds of these big cats on the continent.
The relative improvement in Kenya does not mask a number of structural threats that continue to erode lion survival. Habitat loss—due to agricultural, livestock, and human settlement expansion—compromises dispersal pathways and reduces the wild prey base.
Kenya is one of the countries with the most lions in the world. Photo: REUTERAt the same time, conflict between humans and lions persists as one of the greatest dangers: When felines attack livestock or breach fences on ranches, the community reaction can be lethal for wildlife.
However, Kenya also presents glimmers of hope and conservation models that could become a reference.
Some regions recorded a 25% growth in lion populations between 2010 and 2021, reflecting that targeted interventions – such as intensified patrols, monitoring technologies and community engagement – can make a difference.
Specialists believe that the key is to consolidate these strategies, expand ecological corridors, strengthen coexistence between communities and fauna, and ensure that responsible tourism and the generation of local income do not translate into exclusion or degradation of the ecosystem.
