male african lions, probably brothers, nuzzling and head rubbing
head rubbing and social licking is one of the most common peaceful tactile gestures of lions socialization while they on rest. These two lions enjoy nuzzling, touching and purring together while lay next to hippo carcass following plentiful feeding on their kill.
Size: 5139px × 3420px
Location: Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, Africa
Photo credit: © Serge Vero / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No
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