Just an hour north east of johannesburg and half an hour from pretoria lies welgedacht private game reserve. Kevin richardson aka the lion whisperers new biography about his. Kevin richardson has 22 books on goodreads with 1964 ratings. His mission is to highlight the status of africas most iconic predator, the lion, through his work in the media and alongside fellow campaigners, researchers and scientists. Famous quotes in some of his interviews, richardson uses a few unique phrases that really capture his love and dedication towards protecting the lions. Kevin richardson is a worldrenowned wildlife conservationist and filmmaker, recognized by his persona as the lion whisperer. A prominent animal behaviorist known as the lion whisperer is breaking his silence after a lioness under his care killed a 22yearold woman at a private game reserve in south africa kevin. Woman mauled to death at home of worldfamous lion whisperer. Kevin richardsons unique relationship with some of africas apex predators has captivated the imagination of many people throughout the world. The kingdom of the white lion a reserve that is home to several large lion pridesis under threat, and kevin is working tirelessly to save it. Lion whisperer breaks silence after lioness in his care. Another incident occurred when two 400 pounds lions threw richardson to the ground and a female lion jumped on him, causing him to be knocked out of breath and emerging from the enclosure, with his face red and out of breath. Kevin richardson was born in the nightingale clinic in johannesburg, south africa, on the 8th of october.
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Kevin richardson s unique relationship with some of africas apex predators have opened many doors and captivated the imagination of many people throughout the world. Gain new insight and understanding of these magnificent predators. His mission is to highlight the status of africas most iconic predator, the lion, through his work in the media and alongside fellow campaigners, researchers and. But to hear about a wildlife whisperer a lion whisperer, no less is something most of us werent prepared for. He has presented and produced several documentaries that detail his relationships with the animals and highlight the plight of lions both in captivity and in the wild. The kevin richardson wildlife sanctuarys mission is to provide a selfsustaining african carnivore sanctuary for the purposes of wild species preservation through education, awareness and funding. A film started to circulate on youtube of a remarkable man named kevin richardson, an animal custodian in a south african animal park. If you are looking for a wildlife conservation volunteer program in africa, this will meet your needs. By volunteering at his sanctuary, you will have the opportunity to directly experience the work that he does as well as contribute to the running of his projects. Lion whisperer kevin richardson and a team of wildlife experts are handing. Kevin richardson has done some truly amazing work with lions and this work continues. Lionwhisperertv aim is to raise awareness about the kevin richardson wildlife sanctuary. Kevin richardson musician born 1971, american musician and member of the backstreet boys kevin richardson zookeeper born 1974, south african lion keeper monique heart, real name kevin richardson born 1986, american drag queen. Kevin richardson is a selftaught animal behaviorist with an uncanny ability to work with the planets most iconic predators.
Nestled between the bobbejaansberge and straddling the boekenhoutspruit, the reserve forms part of the dinokeng game reserve, and is the home of the kevin richardson wildlife sanctuary. Over the years, weve heard about the famous dog whisperer, cesar milan and other pet whisperers who have made national news. Its a title he doesnt like, but how else can you label his extraordinary relationship with these beautiful yet deadly animals. Lion whisperer tv introducing the world to his lions and work on a daily basis. Lioness that mauled woman to death at african wildlife park may be killed, as it emerges it was being taken for a walk by social media star lion whisperer when it attacked its victim.
Jun 10, 2018 at the age of 23, kevin richardson dubbed the lion whisperer began working at the 1,600acre lion park near johannesburg. Like bear, lion has been known to protect entire tribes from harm and it is by touching the animal that lion power is gained. Meet kevin richardson, the alleged lion whisperer what do. He has been accepted into a pack of spotted hyenas and pride of lions. The film showed richardson in his daytoday work, looking after some of the worlds most dangerous animals. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. Kevin rene richardson born 8 october 1974, known as the lion whisperer, is a south african youtube personality and selftaught sanctuary owner who. He works as an animal behaviourist at the lion park, one of south africas bestknown lion habitats. He is recognized by his persona as the lion whisperer. Books by kevin richardson author of part of the pride. In his first book, lion keeper and animal behaviorist richardson, a popular youtube fixture with a feature film on the way, chronicles his life and career while explaining his unique ability to gain the trust of predators like lions and hyenas. The book is named part of the pride which also includes his updated viewpoints on lion breeding, hunting, and the new threats the lion species are facing. Tony park is the author of multiple other books set in africa, including ivory. Kevin has also written a book appropriately named, part of the pride detailing his work over the years with the large carnivores and is now affectionately known by his fans worldwide as the lion whisperer.
As a zoologist and animal behaviourist, he works at a lion park in south africa. Womans fatal lion mauling at kevin richardson south. Today kevin richardson follows up the first video in the scents and sense abilities series with your favourite. The kingdom of the white liona reserve that is home to several large lion pridesis under threat, and kevin is working tirelessly to save it. Kevin richardson the lion whisperer white spirit animals. Kevin richardsons unique relationship with some of africas apex predators have opened many doors and captivated the imagination of many people. Kevin rene richardson born 8 october 1974, known as the lion whisperer, is a south african youtube personality and selftaught sanctuary owner who works with african lions. A 22yearold woman visiting kevin richardson wildlife sanctuary, home of the lion whisperer, was mauled to death by a lioness tuesday as she and a friend were visiting the private south african. Kevin rene richardson born 8 october 1974, known as the lion whisperer, is a south african youtube personality and selftaught sanctuary owner who works with african lions contents 1 early life. The book was updated to reflect his current views on lion breeding, hunting and the new threats lions are facing.
Kevin richardson is a south african animal behaviorist who has conducted extensive research on native animals of africa. Kevin richardsons relationship with lions is a controversial topic that has sparked much debate. Kevin richardson who is the lion whisperer of south africa. With humor and charm, richardson defies common convention by developing relationships with lions as well as with other wild, predatory animals. Kevin richardson is a world renowned wildlife conservationist and filmmaker, recognized by his persona as the lion whisperer. He has been involved in a number of successful film and documentary projects involving his work with the big cats, including the white lion and dangerous companions. Launched in early 2018 the foundation is committed to changing and reversing the state of africas declining lion population by purchasing habitat and raising awareness to create safe, natural spaces where lions and other native species can. Aug 05, 2009 kevin richardson aka the lion whisperer s new biography about his life surrounded by africas large carnivores. It wasnt really about the lions, it was about kevin richardson. Richardson also wrote a book named about his adventures and relationships with these. The kevin richardson foundation is a nonprofit conservation organisation with natures most majestic creature, the lion, at its heart. Volunteer at the kevin richardson wildlife sanctuary the.
His mission is to highlight the status of the africas most iconic predator, the lion, through his work in the media and alongside fellow campaigners, researchers and scientists. See more ideas about kevin richardson, lion and animals. Mar 02, 2018 on tuesday, a 22yearold, unnamed woman was mauled to death while visiting a popular private wildlife sanctuary run by kevin richardson, the wellknown lion whisperer, near pretoria. If you do not yet know his name, surely you have seen this lion whisper on tv, playing and interacting with his favourite animals is kevin richardson, the south african lion whisperer, and wildlife sanctuary owner. Hes famous for getting dangerously close to his fearsome charges, but what can kevin richardson teach. Pride kevin and im going to order your book soon through amazon. Tanya shetayh borusiewicz my two dogs did this the night. Lion whisperer devastated after big cat in his care kills woman. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Kevin richardson s unique relationships with these large predators have opened many doors and captivated the imagination of many people throughout the world. Dec 21, 2018 the kevin richardson wildlife sanctuarys mission is to provide a selfsustaining african carnivore sanctuary for the purposes of wild species preservation through education, awareness and funding.
Conservation is an extremely complex thing, surrounded by even more complex factors, which will be discussed further along in this piece but a global issue nonetheless. Kevin richardson aka the lion whisperers new biography about his life surrounded by africas large carnivores. At the age of 23, kevin richardson dubbed the lion whisperer began working at the 1,600acre lion park near johannesburg. My life among the big cats of africa kindle edition by richardson, kevin, park, tony. Heartwarming footage shows kevin richardsons incredible bond with the jungle kings. Hes famous for getting dangerously close to his fearsome charges, but what can kevin richardson teach us about ethical conservationand ourselves. To celebrate, kevin is announcing a care package from the kevin richardson foundation to nonprofit organisation africat north to help them tackle the problems surrounding. Kevin richardsons unique relationships with these large predators have. For all his comments that he doesnt consider himself unique a lion whisperer kevin richardson actually seems. My life among the big cats of africa by richardson, kevin isbn. Welcome to kevin richardsons official youtube channel, the lion whisperer. Lion whisperer devastated after big cat in his care.
Watch and listen as meg leads the other lions in a song for amy. Is the word attack in your question meanshuntedkilled. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Africa clothing brand craghoppers crowdfunding campaign department of environmental affairs habitat hyenas kevin richardson kevin richardson foundation land4lions campaign leopard lion cubs lion whisperer man from the grove orange grove protection of lions safe haven for lions safe haven for wild animals south. Kevin richardson, the lion whisperer pretoria, south africa. Part of the pride by kevin richardson the lion whisperer youtube. Touching footage shows kevin richardson cuddle up to george and yame. Kevin richardsons most popular book is part of the pride.
Kevin richardson, the lion whisperer, is one of the most wellknown lion conservationists in the world. Feb 28, 2018 johannesburg a lion that mauled a young woman to death in south africa was under the care of a man known as the lion whisperer for his close interactions with the predators. Kevin richardsons unique relationship with some of africas apex predators have opened many doors and captivated the imagination of many people throughout the world. Kevin richardson provides an account of what happened when a woman visiting his wildlife sanctuary on tuesday was mauled to death by a lion. On tuesday, a 22yearold, unnamed woman was mauled to death while visiting a popular private wildlife sanctuary run by kevin richardson. Richardson had also been pinned to the ground by a 4 year old lion and proceeded to bite him. In part of the pride, kevin richardson, recently dubbed the lion man on 60. Part of the pride is a touching and empathetic look at the life of lions through the experiences of kevin richardson.
South africas lion whisperer, kevin richardson, has risen to fame thanks. Part of the pride kindle edition by richardson, kevin. The kevin richardson wildlife sanctuary transforms the way humans think, interact and behave toward the keeping of large carnivores. Kevin discovered that he had a knack for relating to them that went beyond the abilities of the rest of the staff. Richardson also wrote a book named about his adventures and relationships with these large carnivores. Johannesburg a lion that mauled a young woman to death in south africa was under the care of a man known as the lion whisperer for his close interactions with the predators. Here he has formed incredible relationships with the big cats playing with them, lying down with them, being included in. Kevin discovered that he had a knack for relating to them that went beyond the. Kevin richardson has been dubbed the lion whisperer. Part of the pride by kevin richardson the lion whisperer. In africa lions currently occupy less than 20% of their historical range and are declining rapidly. Kevin richardson keynote speakers bureau and speaking fees.
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