Lion FEEDING Day | The Lion Whisperer

It’s Lion Feeding Day. Follow Kevin and learn how the lions are fed, witness some interesting behaviours and learn some fun facts.
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[@LionWhispererTV]

Hey Lion Whisperers, it has been a while since we showed a Feeding Day at the Sanctuary. We take a lot of care to help prepare and actually complete the feeding process. It is important to cater to each animal and not overfeed. The Lions become Happy Lions once fed and they literally do not stop until it is all gone. For a Lion possession is everything with food, especially when not sharing a carcass. Think you will enjoy, let me know in the comments below. Thank you for the ongoing support, it makes such a difference !

[@xxCHEZxx]

Hi does the lions breath smell??

[@TheFalx]

How often do you guys feed them?

[@viviennedearlove5426]

What an amazing video. We always watch lovely walks and plays. Not giving a great deal of thought to behind the scenes. This video is a real eye opener. Firstly, the preparation. Wow. I suddenly was aware of the enormity of the task. Was good to see a few of the backroom helpers. So thank you for that. Then came dinner time and the reactions of the dinner guest. The up close shots. The sound effects. Suddenly, open a new insight into our beloved lions. I really enjoyed this disclosure❤. Thank you for sharing .🙏🙏🙏

[@cheri238]

How exciting to see this.❤

[@IamTheGunpower]

Does it show any difference on what they get for supper, by the smell and how they dig in, If I remember it right they like horse meat best and domestic pig flesh the least? I really enjoyed this very much, always keen on watching their behaviour in different situations🥰

[@michaelcourtney3888]

The pure happiness Bobcat shows when he sees Kevin always makes me smile.

[@nout_1997]

Clearly you can read "Oh Kev' ! About time" in his eyes, he's a sweetheart ❤

[@randyjohnson5426]

Also male lion will allow cubs on the kill before the females many times.

[@richardcope9803]

When I hear those bones snapping and crushing under the force of their jaws I can't help but think of how helpless I would be if attacked by a lion.

[@enricomiceli8704]

this has to be the scariest video ever

[@Voltaic_Fire]

Yeah, it really puts into perspective just how defenseless you would be against a large hungry predator, your only hopes are to be rescued by someone with a gun or that you will bleed out before suffering too much.

[@juliesong4123]

💯

[@owenndima8168]

At least they are decent enough to kill you first unlike Wild dogs or Hyenas.

[@Voltaic_Fire]

@@owenndima8168 They're not making the choice to grant you mercy, dying is simply a result of them ripping your throat out.

[@ashleycope1237]

Love how talkative Bobcat is. He goes from growling to talking to Kevin.

[@karlamackey4675]

Sounds like one of my cat's. One minute she's beating the crap out of one, comes over to me and talks and hugs me, she jumps off my lap and then goes back to beating the other one 😠

[@leonorgoncalves4367]

Bobcat was thorn between his love for daddy and his hunger 🤣🤣 Meg is like the chillest cat ever and let me tell you that Icky's mane looked glorious today. He seems to be rather protective of his food, he had the same behaviour as last feeding video

[@keldguldhammer592]

I love 7:22 "you see what happens when you're a pig?"🤣🤣

[@phonoi]

Food AND Kevin! Bobcat's brain can't handle it😂

[@shelley-anneharrisberg7409]

"Ahhh Bobcat - Are you confused?" 😂😂That part with Ms Piggy and Kevin's "bless you" was absolutely classic 😂Thanks so much for the video and all the information on lion feeding habits. It was really impressive to hear those bone cracking!

[@SJane3]

5:22 Incredible to see that side of an otherwise absolutely sweet boy! Puts into perspective just how great Kev's bond is with these cats, as they clearly still have their "wild" side!

[@brieb9750]

😂😂Nira throwing it up was so good! Loved this! ❤️🦁

[@sharonf106]

I love these "behind the scenes" videos where we learn about the inner workings of the Sanctuary, especially the moving videos. Thanks, for letting us in! ♥️🦁♥️

[@chlorineismyperfume]

So do I 🦁🤎🧡

[@karherineware3508]

What a staggering amount of meat these cats must go through on a weekly basis! Considering all the different dietary needs of each cat, you would really have to be extremely well organized! My goodness. Well done Kevin and crew! 💖🦁

[@erikboehmer2622]

I volunteered at the sancuary the start of 2020, feeding day was one of the best days ever to get to experience. The memories from that time are unmatched.

[@PoetrySeven]

Neige eats like a toddler 😂

[@susana5505]

The sounds the lions make when eating, is absolutely amazing.

[@Salmon4lif3]

It’s beautiful to see big cats 🦁 eat. A major change in their behavior towards Kevin, when they are eating. 👍🏻

[@melissag2020]

Good morning Kevin 🌞sending a big hug 🤗 to my beautiful Bobcat ❤

[@ThirstyOtter]

Bobcat is the greatest. The jubilation and talking to Kevin then he realises there is food on the way too

[@LionWhispererTV]

@stewb1927 - i think Bobcat was confused walk or food ? he is very vocal. Thank you for the support

[@qwanyin6423]

Walk, then food !!

[@gingergirl8797]

Obvious why these beauties are healthy and live to ripe ages. You take wonderful care of them.

[@mattbaker8767]

Kevin can you show us how the Leopards and Hyenas get fed? I have to assume it can't be easy to get the Hyenas separated and ensure food makes it to the low ranking clan members. Would love to see it!

[@ElusiveLion741]

He has made a Hyena feeding video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/omndn5JmbJl-pNE and This video shows a good demonstration of how they feed the leopards: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmqZo5yNibZnrJI

[@gregedmand9939]

It doesn't matter how sweet and cuddly your cat is at other times... Or how big they are... Feeding time is serious business!

[@annechris2677]

Why

[@katgrey6239]

Just like humans, we love our food!😊

[@annickborys2465]

C’est sacré! La nourriture ! Ne pas déranger ❤ .

[@user-rl8qo7pm6r]

BON APPETIT Lovely Lions and Lionsess. 👍🥰🐾🌹🍀🌺🌿🐈

[@OfficialMNIB]

- Roar away you mighty beast - 🐾

[@SJane3]

7:48... my 80lb dog could use the same advice sometimes! Hahaha... so funny when they act like piggies and then their eyes immediately tell you it went down the wrong pipe! Hahaha.. glad she got to try that one again!

[@Cecrophia]

Thank you for the unique close ups and insights into the lions' feeding time. Makes you appreciate the strength of those jaws when you hear bones snap! 😮

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

Right?

[@annickborys2465]

C’est ce que je pensais ❤ .

[@blessings2you435]

This is the first time I recognized the sheer power of the lion jaws, teeth, claws, even the rasping tongue. Crunching bones, scraping off ligaments & that deeeep guttural growl. Yikes!! Carnivores.... my heart is pounding. What if I were being hunted by these mighty animals? Scary to imagine. Yet, they are what they are. Majestic, powerful and always hungry. 🦁 Thank you Kevin & crew, for the opportunity to witness the top of the food chain in action. Magnificent footage!

[@something-beautiful]

Watched this with my headphones - and absolutely loved listening to the vocalisations and growls of the big cats !! Super interesting, and the lions’ ferociousness just reminds us of how majestic they truly are !

[@tay9843]

Lions are so majestic. Is it weird I find their growls and roars soothing?!

[@Debra.Justice]

I agree. I love hearing their growls and roars. I also love wolf howls. To me it’s music.

[@tammychesonis]

The sounds they make while eating, their talking to us "stay away from my food", I love it. Love feeding videos, too, the cracking of bones, wow! I was eating lunch while watching this and laughed out loud and almost spit my food out when Ms. Piggy started to couch. 😂 Thanks for sharing this amazing time. Much love, STL Missouri ❤❤❤

[@jjfaris]

The preparation of the meat itself was most interesting Thank you, Kevin.

[@TrondBrgeKrokli]

Thank you for sharing this experience with us. Nice to see how they deal with their food and some of their eating behaviors.

[@LionWhispererTV]

@TrondBrgeKrokli - it is good to show they are predators. Thank you for the support

[@kekedream]

Whenever I've watched lion documentaries I noticed how the whole pride will tend to share when its a large carcass, even if they do naturally bicker over the bigger cuts of meat. Also seen a few rare prides where the male(s) will forgo eating at all in order to watch over the pride as they eat so other predators don't interfere. Its fascinating stuff! ❤

[@murderycatdoll1380]

The life Puke was so funny 🤣

[@Debra.Justice]

Kevin, this is an incredible video. To see how loving and playful they are with you, then to hear those growls and defensive postures and realize they could probably kill you over a piece of meat. It’s just…WOW. The way they crunch the bones in the carcass, I shutter to think what they could do to a human. When you get a large carcass, like a cow or horse…I want to be as delicate as possible…but does your staff have to cut up the animal? While the lions are locked up eating, is that when the enclosures are cleaned? Thank you for this behind the scenes look at what it takes to properly care for these majestic animals. Your love and dedication to saving these precious animals is so appreciated by those of us that love wildlife. God bless you, your staff, and all the wonderful animals. Love and respect from Tennessee USA. 🥰🦁

[@aurorasstorm5877]

Just a bit from what I've learned in Kevin's previous food videos.....His staff does cut up the meat, and it is weighed and carefully inspected by each and every one of his staff. They must take everything to account with each individual lion and their needs. Bobcat might get something completely different than Icarus because he may have a particular diet. They also put different vitamins and minerals inside the meats (I have seen it as a powder) before distributing to the lions. As we know as well, Kevin is incredibly cautious of where he gets the meat from. He has his different sources he trusts and has used for many years, but he does get donations from others, but that meat is tested before it goes to the lions. However, since the last time he got a random donation made one of the lions almost die (back a few months ago), I believe he no longer accepts from anyone he doesn't truly know. Don't blame him there one bit. His team loves those lions as much as Kevin does, and they will do whatever it takes to keep the lions happy, and healthy and make sure they are eating exactly as they need because they can easily over eat, and that can cause big problems especially with some of the oldest lions. I hope this teeny bit of info was helpful. Have a great day, and please be safe.

[@cheri238]

​@@aurorasstorm5877 It is always amazing ❤

[@Debra.Justice]

@@aurorasstorm5877 Thank you. I do remember seeing the staff using the predator powder because I guess it’s not always possible to get all organ meat. I remember the video when Charlie got poisoned. That was frightening. You seem to be as much of a Kevin fan as I am. I look forward to his videos every Friday. His dedication and love for all the animals of our world is so appreciated. I love animals as well. They are my passion. Hope you have a blessed weekend. If you’re in the US, please stay cool. We’re having a terrible heat wave.

[@ElusiveLion741]

Yes the staff cleans the enclosures while the animals are in the pens eating. He did another feeding video that show that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpWbeoxpobNkbJo

[@ikigai47]

What's surprising is lions are 650 psi bite strength to Jaguar's 1500.

[@that_one_person]

For what it’s worth, my favorite videos are the feeding videos

[@girlpharm]

Love seeing feeding time. It's also a reminder that they are still lions and are still wild animals. Thanks for sharing Kevin and staff.

[@sallypuz6697]

Wow! When it comes to food no one is joking. Very informative video as always❤! What a joy to watch your gorgeous furry friends enjoy their delicious meal with so much appetite! Thank you for being so attentive to their needs! 😊

[@janew5752]

Really enjoyed watching the lions feeding. It was really interesting. Love this channel and thank you and your team for everything you do for these animals

[@jennifersherman8838]

Very cool and interesting! All the crunching and growling! The most interesfinv part was when the lion (can't remember who) was both happy and unhappy to see you during their feeding time because they weren't used to being there. Amazing! The natural instinct to defend their food kicked in yet they knew you were not actually part of feeding with them and no threat to their food. Thanks, Kevin! Jennifer San Francisco Bay area USA

[@hadassah2998]

Those are beautiful cats and special people taking care of them.

[@RedKittieKat]

I tend to forget just how powerful these babies are since they are so gentle Kevin. But, hearing them crunch through large bones so easily ..... Whew!! What magnificent creatures. 🥰

[@ccyynn808]

A perfect way to start my weekend! It was great to be sitting at the table with your beautiful family. ❤❤❤

[@coyotelady6132]

The wrinkled nose is what gets me 😂

[@myreasonforlife.9511]

Love that crackle warning they make. Sir Kevin always pleased to tune in. ❤❤❤ Take care.

[@kenc9236]

Beautiful channel. Good job crew.

[@nichole8609]

Although there were some moments that gave me chills watching them eat, it's all still fascinating. ❤️

[@ellarobertson1865]

Wow! That was informative. It’s amazing how the lions crush the bones. I couldn’t help but think of the hyenas eating and crushing bones. Thanks Kevin. 😍🙌🏽

[@karimajaver2607]

Thank you for sharing the lions feeding day Kevin. Amazing how the lions dig into the meat as soon as they find it in their closures especially Bob cat. Thank you for showing what preparation have to be made behind the scenes. Lovely vide.❤❤❤

[@eleniphotos]

Interesting! Thanks to you Kevin for filming & to the crew.

[@chlorineismyperfume]

Neige 😂😂😂😂 omg I'm laughing so hard!

[@Nalu.Emperado]

Thank you for always uploading awesome videos and sharing your precious relationships with beautiful lions and animals. Much appreciate it. Love it. God bless Kevin and your family.

[@LionWhispererTV]

@NALU41984 - Thank you so much, great to hear

[@Nalu.Emperado]

@@LionWhispererTV ❤️🙏

[@cheri238]

​@@LionWhispererTV Thank you all again.❤

[@ElusiveLion741]

I really liked this video, seeing more of the maintenance side of the sanctuary of how things operate is pretty cool!

[@mariamccann7620]

Makes a change seeing Gabby eating meat and not tyres lol 😅

[@thirdeyeblind6369]

That creaking noise before a bone broke in Icarus mouth made something deep inside me shudder. Thanks for sharing this Kev. Super interesting to see them covet single pieces vs sharing a carcass and a nice reminder that they are still Apex predators.

[@ShortieLeeroy]

Thanks for all that you do Kevin.From a contented happy subscriber in Germany.

[@LionWhispererTV]

@ShortieLeeroy - so good to hear, it really helps

[@lynnmunday4940]

That was a really interesting video. I can now appreciate how hard it was for you during lockdown to feed them all.

[@ElusiveLion741]

Man I picked the wrong time to eat lunch when Neige coughed up her food lol

[@GatorLife57]

Good video Kevin ! 👍👍👍

[@michaelcourtney3888]

Your videos never disappoint. Amazing as usual!!

[@gerharddeusser9103]

One of the most important features is the loving way Kevin talks to his big cats....! ♥️

[@fca3827]

😂awe miss piggy looked too cute❤

[@teresadecoste7382]

I love watching these videos, thank you so much for sharing.

[@vikkiirey1038]

Enjoyed this!!! Thanks Kev. And crew of course❤

[@cindystechschulte1487]

Loved the view of the lion dragging his piece to the shade of the tree, plop down to dine. So smart.

[@just4mygrl413]

Love watching these beautiful lions feeding 🥰🦁🦁 The look on Charlie's face when you were standing there 🤣😂 Love the video, it is always very interesting and enjoyable to watch. These videos always makes my day! Thank you Kevin for all you do for these amazing, beautiful animals. I love my new Bobcat bag I just got, thank you! Have a wonderful weekend!

[@MarieAntoinetteandherlittlesis]

I absolutely love when Nobcat talks to Kevin. He seems like he’s complaining about the service or something. He’s so awesome. It’s fascinating to listen to them eat. How they get through bones and all that is incredible.

[@Rednecknerd_rob9634]

lol, Bobcat: Feed faster! Chop chop humans! KEV! Tell them to move it!

[@tinaatwater2791]

I couldn't watch and i couldn't help but watch! Sweet lovely Bobcat with head snuggles and rubs was VERY vocal even towards Kevin to stay away from his food! It's good to remember that these are wild animals not some trained cats. I so respect and admire all you and your team do Kevin and am proud to support your work in the small way i am able.

[@newfee1967]

I could fall asleep and have a peaceful sleep listening to lions roar at night.😴😴😴😴

[@chewieonyaboot317]

I love feeding day videos! I want more!

[@myname-jj9oi]

3:43 nice to watch lion chewing the bone

[@susanmartin6834]

Fantastic to see the behaviour ❤

[@I_can_Shoot_77]

Good day Everyone

[@ej8966]

Awesome! 🙌🦁🧡

[@alinagabrielamilosan8878]

Awwww, they need their privacy while eating, eh! I’m a lion myself and I know lol. Tanks for sharing mmmmmuuuuuaaaaa

[@cherryturner192]

That was brilliant to watch thank you Kevin and all involved 🥰

[@patc1871]

Love feeding and seeing it! Thank you Kevin!!!

[@toobasaurus23]

Noises of happiness. My cats make similar noises.

[@kirstensocialbutterfly6025]

I learned so much from this video. Them licking the food. Not only to clean it in their way. But it makes them so happy. Interesting 🎥.

[@walkwithmeASMR]

The happy pur growls as they eat is so dam adorable. God i love them.

[@gabyrodriguez674]

Wow!!! Great video!! Thank you so much 🙏🏼🦁🧡

[@patriciataggart8067]

Love watching watching your video's Kevin! ! ❤ 🦁🐾🐾

[@jade-d314]

Fascinating. Thanks so much for sharing this with us Kevin!

[@Lisa-eu9fy]

Awesomeness video as always!!!🐾🥰🥰🥰🐾

[@momsilk6072]

This was very interesting! That bone cracking was chilling, wow! Why are you here Kev, it's feeding day! 😂

[@cheri238]

AMAZING KEVIN!!! 👏 🦁 ❤ Thank you, for all you do & team for animals.

[@IamTheGunpower]

Good job everyone on two legs and Bon appetit to all the lovely lions🥰

[@carmengibbs3677]

That was awesome , thank you, Kevin for showing us. Love them cat's.

[@wolfman3295]

I always like to see your crew feeding your lions Kevin! Thank you

[@jennylawson1980]

So much happy-go-lucky on feeding day ❤!

[@menamuria1]

I L❤VE the way Bobcat respond to you Kevin😍😍he's sooooo talkative. Lions are my most favorite of all wild animals and Gods most beautiful creature🙏❤❤❤❤

[@karenrobbins2802]

Wow that was amazing the crunching the bones and the sheer power of their jaw is so awesome thx so much for sharing this with us 💙🇦🇺💙

[@jonroux9291]

Kevin, you're always a wealth of knowledge and very entertaining. Keep up the great work that you and your crew are doing. 👍

[@salmorreale7900]

Beautiful animals Mr. Richardson. Thank you for posting.

[@erikam.7878]

This video is amazing, thank you Kevin, thank you staff!

[@andrearenee7845]

Thank you for all you do.

[@stella3265]

I love it. Who was the lioness that barfed up her food? So funny. Especially Kevin’s reaction. I’ve learned so much about lion behavior from Kevin. It’s a blessing. Land for lions campaign. Beautiful majestic animals.

[@nitroburner1838]

that's Ms Piggy

[@naturelle78]

Thanks for sharing Kevin ! They are so talkative !!!

[@paulcater6290]

Amazing as alway... such beautiful animals being looked after by someone who actually cares... keep up the great work my friend big love from the UK

[@pinkorchid]

Oh, I loved this video so much! Thank you for showing us how you feed your beautiful lions. What a process it must be! I loved the growling sound they made, and you can definitely see that they took possession over their food. You can see in their eyes in some instances that they were conflicted, they wanted to come give you hugs and love, but they also wanted to eat. 😅They love you so much and have so much respect for you, Kevin, thank you for always sharing your life with your beautiful lions with us.❤❤🤗🦁

[@deborahallford7337]

Thanks for sharing feeding the lions!! It was a trip down memory lane to feeding the animals at the Rocky Mountain Conservation Center back in the 90's, now known as The Wild Animal Sanctuary. Only two differences I noted were that we were using frozen meat from a processing place for zoo animals, so other than turkey necks, their meat was individually portioned in large chunks... and, the other difference, we sprinkled their meat with powdered super green algae. We could tell the lions were anxious about you and the film crew's presence for feeding day. I was worried they might take out their anxieties on each other over their food. They want you to have enjoyed that filming... and never need to do it again!! Thanks again!! For everything you do!!