Living across Kenya and Tanzania, the Masaai have coexisted with Africa’s wildlife for centuries, particularly with lions, which are both revered and feared. But when a lion overstepped and attacked one of the Masaai warrior's cows, the herder had to step in to let the cat know what was what. Due to their proximity to lions, which often target their livestock, the Masaai have a interesting relationship with these predators.
While hunting lions was originally considered a rite of passage, their traditions has evolved to allow them to cohabit peacefully with these predators. The number of cattle a Maasai own signifies their wealth and status within the community, but recognising the importance of lions in the ecosystem, the Maasai have now also adopted conservation practices that teach new generations about the coexistence of cattle and lions.
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