Baboons Hang on to Bridge for Dear Life to Avoid Lions
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- čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
- This troop of baboons found themselves stuck several feet in the air, surrounded by lions. With nowhere to go, they eventually outsmarted the lions in the funniest of ways! Mike Botes, a guide at MalaMala Game Reserve, was able to capture this very interesting and funny behavior on video. He shared the story and footage with LatestSightings.com.
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The West Street Bridge is a famous bridge in the heart of the MalaMala concession that gives guides and guests a safe way to cross the Sand River in the wet season. Sightings on and around the bridge are always unique, as they offer different angles for photography.
"We had been out on a game drive, following the Kambula pride of lions along with their pride males, the Ndhzenga males. We thought they were headed for the Sand River, perhaps in search of a drink. But it soon became apparent that they did not actually want to drink but rather wanted to cross the Sand River. They were heading straight for the West Street Bridge."
Baboons are some of the animals that are extremely fond of the bridge, as it offers them a high vantage point from which to look out for any potential threats. Guests to MalaMala are often greeted with these primates going about their monkey business, grooming themselves, and playing catch in the middle of the bridge.
"This particular day was no different, as a troop of baboons was soaking up the morning sun on the bridge. Unfortunately for them, the warm sun was just so good that they lost focus and did not see the lions approaching. I instantly saw what was happening and decided to veer off to the side and watch from down below."
"The lions strolled onto the bridge with not a care in the world. As for the baboons, it was too late. They let out screeches and alarm calls, alerting every mammal and bird in the vicinity. The baboons scrambled, and it was havoc. Unfortunately, surrounded and unable to outrun the lions, the baboons had to think on their feet to survive."
"To our amazement, the baboons dashed under the bridge! Yes, under the bridge. Hanging onto the metal bars under the bridge, they knew they were safe. The baboons, feeling confident now that they were out of reach, began taunting the lions. They were literally under the lion's noses, and the lions could not do a thing."
Sometimes, the African bush gives you sightings that are eye-opening and traumatic, but on some days like these, the African bush can surprise you and leave you rolling in laughter.
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The baboon that looked on the bridge to see how close the lions were and quickly ducked under got me LMAO!!😂😂😂😂
Bill the baboon: Steve... Check if they are still there?
Steve the baboon: I got ya Bill! *looks up and then ducks* Yup, still there Bill! 🤣
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I really hope you all read my comment in a Southern USA accent 🤣🤣
Why do i feel like that bridge is used as a sleeping spot for the baboons. Baboons will sleep on trees and cliffs to avoid predators, and that bridge would be a perfect spot for them
Even better than a tree, only the monkeys have shade, as thirst will likely be what breaks the stalemate.
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True, as long as that predator is not a leopard.
@@jeta-mariaswanepoel Leopards are more fragile than the baboons. They can do that easily.
@@BlessedCZcamsr Honestly i don't think a leopard would get to them. The part of the bridge where the baboons are sitting looks way to thin to a leopard, so i think they are fairly safe
That one cheeky one right at the end who actually climbs back up in full view and watches the lions walking away seems to be saying, "Yeah, that's right… you RUN! Run while the getting's good!" 😆😂😂
It's the intelligence he knew they gave up after a long day of hunting them he like yeah on to the next meal we still going to be here 🤣😂
Animals are one of the most beautiful blessings given to us by Almighty Allah. They add color and joy to our world and our lives. And if we look carefully, Almighty Allah has created many more beauties like this for us completely without reciprocation. We should also dedicate 5 minutes of our 24 hours to thank Allah and worship
A rare footage of lions losing and get humilated
That quick look at 56 to 57 seconds is the best....like a soldier
"Oh shit, they're still there!"
What a great hiding spot for these baboons to hang around and be safe. I am happy for them!
Do you want the lions to starve??? Wow you're cold!!
Don't be. Baboons are evil and cruel creatures
@@BIGFACTSENTDo you want the baboons to die? Wow, you're cold!
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@0:55
Monkey 1: “check to see if the coast is clear”
Monkey 2: “ oh 💩, that’s a negative sir!”
I like how you ranked that, monkey 1 & monkey 2. Great sense of humor!
Meep meep, meep meep!
*zap*
MEEP MEEP, MEEP MEEP, MEEP MEEP!
😂😂😂😂😂
Must be nice to have hands for feet. Useful for climbing.
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Not so great for standing for hours on end.
@@skaldlouiscyphre2453yeah it would be like standing on your hands 😂
Animals are one of the most beautiful blessings given to us by Almighty Allah. They add color and joy to our world and our lives. And if we look carefully, Almighty Allah has created many more beauties like this for us completely without reciprocation. We should also dedicate 5 minutes of our 24 hours to thank Allah and worship
Nature can be scary, fun, fascinating and brilliant. Lions can be patient but unless these little " bridge swingers" make a mistake they have found the perfect refuge. Better than a tree☺️. That one little guy who peeked and yelled had me in stitches, but I am aware it is always a life and death struggle on this earth. I think they should build a little " monkey condo" there😂
...it is always a life and death struggle on this earth... Thank you for saying that...for reminding me of that fact: as I face a particularly challenging episode in this thing called life!
@@IlaE.Williams-LaBelleZ I am sorry to hear you are struggling with a challenging issue, try to remind yourself that you are stronger than you think and think as positively as you are able. Believe that many people including myself understand. Positive thoughts never hurt anyone so keep on that track. I hope the best for you🕊️ Life itself is a blessing , take it one day at a time.
@katbow5922 ...Thank you for the kind words, and since I have my health and strength everything else is minor...your thoughtfulness and the "thumbs up" from others brought tears to my eyes:
my mother, 95, is on her deathbed and there's lots of fighting,etc...I will be okay...Thanks again😇
@@IlaE.Williams-LaBelleZNice sharing....
But atleast, u should have given a perspective to ur experience....So, that we could have experienced the exact toughness, u have applied in ur life....❤❤❤❤
@@amitkumarmeraman5191 I'm trying to find my comment that you are replying to! Thanks for your kind remarks
It's fascinating how Baboons really can sense the lions movement on the bridge and know where they're.
They have 99% humam brain.
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50% human brain
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Using only their eyes 🤣
That’s the definition of hanging on for dear life
That’s a good one 😂
Man forgot to switch alts
What is alts?
@@aronthelegend8009 unless I'm mistaken and you're just adding to your original comment.
Alt is short for alternate account(s) basically a 2nd, 3rd, 4th so on account.
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As long as the baboons don't lose their nerve, they are safe. They can obviously smell and hear the lions.
They Smell And the hear the Lions?
@@StephanieDavis-qv3lp yes bro ofc
Animals are one of the most beautiful blessings given to us by Almighty Allah. They add color and joy to our world and our lives. And if we look carefully, Almighty Allah has created many more beauties like this for us completely without reciprocation. We should also dedicate 5 minutes of our 24 hours to thank Allah and worship
@@motherlandmars5999stop lying.
Those 2 baboons sittin together looking nonchalantly as if to say… “ We ain’t goin nowhere “. 😂
The lions had no chance of getting the baboons.
The baboons were in more danger than one might think. They were safe under the bridge, but they were trapped; they couldn't stay there forever. Eventually they would need to find food and water, and their only option was to hope the lions would be the first to get tired of playing the waiting game.
Love animal interactions. It’s amusing.
Please capture more of these baboon/ bridge/ other wildlife interactions; it's fascinating!
Thanks y'all!
Ima break into your house and capture you
Animals are one of the most beautiful blessings given to us by Almighty Allah. They add color and joy to our world and our lives. And if we look carefully, Almighty Allah has created many more beauties like this for us completely without reciprocation. We should also dedicate 5 minutes of our 24 hours to thank Allah and worship ❤
Those baboons have human ingenuity!😂😅😅😂 That must be the longest wait ever from the jaws of a beast 😂😂😂
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@@farhadhossain5312you ok buddy? don't try typing when you're tripping, it nvr comes out right... like the drunk text 🤤
@0:56 "Oh crap, they're not gone...retreat!!!"
0:54 Brilliant trolling right there🤣
That wasn't trolling. Baboon got scared and let out a bark because the lion was too close for comfort 😀.
The person who took the video was safe as long as he kept his own distance
It's like that scene in LOTR with the Nazgul and the hobbits in the tree 😂
😂😂😂 I almost pissed myself laughing when the baboon stuck his head out to see where the lion was and said oh s***. Lyons right there and ran back under
Lol…the monkey at the end is just looking at the lions walking off like damn’ I’m so glad they finally gave up😂
I suspect the baboons were having a little bit of fun with the lions...
Lion: I'm not going to wait here all day long!
Monkey: Bye bye...see you next time...👋 😂
The lions have all the time in the world...the baboons are in for a long wait😂
Lions “Nothing here, let’s move on.”
Baboons “Alright boys, coast is clear!”
😂😂
"banboons hang on to bridge for dear life"
They're not even in danger, the baboons have the advantage in this situation. They been hanging & climbing all their lives. They can easily go anywhere else.
Thank you for sharing this video~👍
I do not think lions do very well when they try to hunt baboons.
The baboons operate as a gang, are very fast, agile, smart, and alert. And they are strong as can be and have huge teeth.
racist
Turns out pound per pound cats are just as strong as primates. They're both estimated to be around 5-6 times stronger than a human pound per pound
@@jacobtuttle4311 bro humans are primates
I've never seen a group like this so quiet.
I didn't think of that u have a good point maybe they was trying to stay under the radar since they had no intentions on fighting back the only thing I could think of
Lionesses walking like "y'all baboons suck!" Lol!
Scientific names of all nine extant baboon species:
1) Therocebus kindae - Kinda Baboon
2) Lycopithecus cynocephalus - Yellow Baboon
3) Lycopithecus ursinus - Chacma Baboon
4) Papio guineensis - Guinea Baboon
5) Papio anubis - Olive Baboon
6) Papio hamadryas - Hamadryas Baboon
7) Theropithecus gelada - Bleeding-Hearted Baboon/Gelada Baboon/Gelada
8) Mandrillus leucophaeus - Pink-Chinned Baboon/Drill
9) Mandrillus sphinx - Sphinx Baboon/Mandrill
Very interesting.
Was in Mozambique and had a baboon looking chap come and sit on the deck. I had a mini heart attack and backed in through the doors but I did see yellow eyes and blue and white stripes on its face. Do you know what it was?
Something tells me this is a everyday game between the two.....................................
I imagine a leopard would have been more pro-active in pursuing these baboons than the lions.
Claws don't dig into metal and concrete.
Not even a leopard get those baboons, you need hands/handlike feet - not claws to get under that bridge
That's what I was thinking. If it were a leopard it'd probably be searching for ways to climb down, but a lion doesn't even bother.
Maybe they weren't hungry plus that would have been untidy for them seeing that they are not as agile as the monkeys.
@@crew6227exception would Wyle E. Coyote from the Roadrunner show... take a trip to the Acme store & get a jetpack, just make sure there's enough gas, or a big cannon & helmet and shoot yourself up from below... better yet, suction cups shoes - walk right over the edge and sideways & he'll be having some baboon bush meat for dinner 😂
The little naughty one checking, and said "Oh my God, run and still hide for your dear life, they are still there".😂😅.
They really made sure to hide in between the bridge bottom sides to make sure the lions couldn't reach them.
perfect place to take a break away from the predators
Prolly not their first rodeo.......they knew exactly what to do.
I just laughed when I saw the one watching the lions moving away as if its saying " yeah get f"" out of here guys. 🤣
I like how the lioness can sense when the baboons are trying to come up, she looks down & the baboon quickly ducks back down 🤣
Baboon takes a look..., "NOPE!"
0:54 peek a boo 😂
Any spot that makes a good habitat for the baboons will do. Mountain cliffs and trees are natural.....and bridges like that one are man-made and equally good 😊
Animals are one of the most beautiful blessings given to us by Almighty Allah. They add color and joy to our world and our lives. And if we look carefully, Almighty Allah has created many more beauties like this for us completely without reciprocation. We should also dedicate 5 minutes of our 24 hours to thank Allah and worship
The resourcefulness and resilience of animals never ceases to amaze us. The baboons' ability to hang onto the bridge for dear life to avoid lions is a remarkable feat, highlighting their survival instincts and adaptability.
yeh I dont think those baboons are hanging on for dear life.. thats merely a stretch.
@petetherealrelentless6542 So they're not? The alternative is that they do not need to hang on and could as well walk on the bridge to go somewhere else, even with the Lions there.. I think it's a more reasonable assumption that they were forced under the bridge by the presence of the Lions, and had to keep there for the sake of their lives. Ill give you a pass if you think it's not difficult for them to stay under the bridge due to their stamina and agility, but I hope you're not suggesting they could leave that position for anywhere else, given that it's either under, or over the bridge with the lions. Take note that the lioness is the fourth fastest animal on land and baboons nowhere near top ten - would be stupid for them to try a dash against the lioness on the long, flat bridge.
@@darelet dear crybaby.. the baboons are not hanging on for dear life. Now go out and get a life and stop writing essays to people who don't care. :)
@TiagitoP It was an uncomfortable position nonetheless. If you take the Lions out, it is highly likely the baboons will prefer the top of the bridge, which speaks to the convenience
That was a crazy sighting with those lions. i enjoyed those the baboons alarm calling.
It's a sad & devastating existence 😮 for (All) of us! How did we ever imagine... there would be so much suffering in the world. 😢And so much struggle.
We say this when we have cone to a comfortable existence. Otherwise we are too busy trying to survive
Face it, there is no peaceable kingdom in wild animals or humans. It is a dog-eat-dog world. To expect different is un realistic.
I know how the cycle of life goes. But, I hate it. Anxiety for these baboons. Poor lil guys.
We need more videos like this one ❤ 💯
Lions : Finally humans did something good for us - they built the bridge to keep us safe from crocodiles and hippos . We can now cross the river whenever we want, daytime or night and spend hours and hours on bridge, cubs just love it too . View from here is excellent , you just have to be careful not to fall down
They seem very good at their climbing, what agile creatures!
Animals are one of the most beautiful blessings given to us by Almighty Allah. They add color and joy to our world and our lives. And if we look carefully, Almighty Allah has created many more beauties like this for us completely without reciprocation. We should also dedicate 5 minutes of our 24 hours to thank Allah and worship
I think the baboons win that waiting game. They got the nice, cool shade under the bridge while the lions are being cooked by that sun x.x
Nature ❤
On a concrete bridge lol
@@kevinsaviro2708 I think you saw robots on bridge 😁
@@kevinsaviro2708in europe u destroyed ur nature everywhere is concrete that why u don't have many animals there... atleast in southern African countries 70 percent of land is for animals and we don't interfere in their place and we respect them
Lion : " I can smell them, I just know they are here somewhere. Those bastards can't hide forever !
Baboons : "Just stay where you are DO NOT MOVE"
Baboons are very intelligent, the last one calling others. It's clear! Come out 😂😂😂😂
Animals are one of the most beautiful blessings given to us by Almighty Allah. They add color and joy to our world and our lives. And if we look carefully, Almighty Allah has created many more beauties like this for us completely without reciprocation. We should also dedicate 5 minutes of our 24 hours to thank Allah and worship ❤
Thank God, the baboons are safe.. they are intelligent animals.. they know they are food for the lions! Nature is indeed amazing, but also very scary and sad!
Agree
I think if it was only 1 lion they would of jumped it and tried to rip him in shreds 🤣 but they almost as smart as us and observe and knew they had no chance when it was more then they expected baboons for they size is stronger then what ppl think
@@jamellkennedy5017 I'm not sure those baboons are big enough to rip a lion apart, even if there's so many of them they weigh more than the lion.
@@skaldlouiscyphre2453 these baboons I seen in the vid do look smaller than the one I seen tore a animal apart I could be thinking of a different type i didn't see that vid for a long time
@@jamellkennedy5017 There's bigger ones like chacmas and olive baboons, and there's smaller ones like the Kinda baboon, and a few others that fall between those extremes.
Baboons, and all primates, are so smart, and some even look humanoid / anthropoid. I wish I could have one for a pet, but I would feel like I have a slave. they should all be left in the wild & not used for our experiments to test products 😢
thanks for sharing this video, very cute!! ❤
😂they are not a good pet, they'd ruin your home.after they'd destroy your valuables, You'd strangle them with your own hands.
The reason they look humanoids because we evolved from our prehistoric ancestors: the great apes from millions of years ago.
She knows they're giving her the slip. She's got cubs to feed as well. Looks like there's no monkey on the menu tonight.
Dear life? Those baboons are chilled...
That steel is probably burning hot
I liked the curiosity of baboons 😂😂
This is why Monkeys are some INTELLIGENT A** ANIMALS!!😏😍
I could watch this all day!
1:33: Young Simba= Hey Nala, did you see the baboons under the bridge?
Young Nala= Yes 👍, I sure do? Do you think 🤔 we should tell our mothers?
Young Simba= Nah, I think it’s best if we just leave them alone and do their own thing.
Baboons are very intelligent like humans ❤
Really? Then why aren't they paying taxes
@@True_Blood_89but what about taxes?
@@gabrielsalvemini7489 iza joke
@@True_Blood_89 ok
The baboon's intelligence and acrobatic-skills saved them.
I wouldn't say they are hanging on for dear life?? They look to handling the situation perfectly 😂
Lions weren't built for swinging on bridges 😊
Apes are smarter than most Libs I know lol
Game on! Funny baboons win; the feared Lion Kings quit... for now! Yup! They're going for another adventure 😂
Man we need the animal voice interpreter guy for this one lol
0:52 He was like "Eeh mistake"😂
Looking at this caption sounds about right... But baboon don't hang in to nothing for dear life they just hang cuz that's what they do.
The imagery of this is funny, but from the baboons' perspective, it's terrifying. They're safe under the bridge for the moment, but they're trapped. They can't stay there forever, and their only chance for survival is the desperate hope that the lions will eventually lose interest and move on.
That one sitting there with balls is saying, bye Feliciazzzz😫😫😫😫😫😫😫
That word "Dear" caught me😂
"Baboons Taunt Lions on Bridge"
Lions despise baboons. I love how laid back the adults are and the juveniles are just so damn curious.
Despise? I don't think they "despise" them anymore than _you_ despise your favorite snack. 😅
Excellent work.
The baboons had been watching the first PREDATOR MOVIE, where Dutch was under the Predator.
This must be how my cat feels when she sees the birds outside the window and just can't figure out how to get to them...
Years ago I used to have two cats and some unfortunate pigeon flew into the house. I heard some commotion near the xmas tree and by the time I walked over to see what was going on the cats had already finished it off.
@@nicerides9224 wow, poor pigeon. But the cats must have been thinking, "FINALLY, it's our chance!"
Years ago, a few birds somehow got stuck in our fireplace and the cats went nuts watching them in there. They must've thought that it all was arranged purely for their own entertainment.
so clever like human
So, the question that no one is asking is that, why are there lions on a bridge?
it is probably a wildlife overpass specifically built to allow wildlife to pass over busy roads.
@@thomasneal9291that's what I was thinking, a wildlife crossing maybe over an access road in a reserve... definitely not a busy bridge if not
Lions know better than to mess with a troop of baboons.
They eat baboons all the time. Occasionally a male baboon will pose a threat, but only the brave or the supid turn to face lions.
قال الرسول عليه الصلاة و السلام : " اللهم حبِّبْ إلينا الإيمانَ و زَيِّنْه في قلوبِنا ، و كَرِّه إلينا الكفرَ و الفسوقَ و العصيانَ و اجعلْنا من الراشدين , اللهم توفَّنا مسلمِين و أحْيِنا مسلمِين و ألحِقْنا بالصالحين غيرَ خزايا و لا مفتونين " رواه أحمد بإسناد صحيح
What's the height of pain ? A 1 armed baboon hanging of a bridge with a itchy minge
That's me when the loanshark show up unexpectedly 😂
😂😂😂😂
or hanging out the window when husband comes home unexpectedly 😂
@@andyd9204 😂😂😂
Doesn't look like he's "hanging on for dear life" looks like he's fishing to me
The leader just said "let's just accept defeat this meat is not ours tiday" off they went
They even sent one to check if the lions are gone.
Sarabi= Come along Simba, it’s time to move on.
Sarafina=Yeah, same here Nala
Both= Okay Mom!
The lion lies down to wait them out😅😅😅..who is snoring??
When your hungry for some MEAT, you will hang around patiently 😎✌
The baboon at the far end saying...."NO"....🤣🤣🤣
Ag my moeder. Dit is so oulik en slim!!! Dankie vir die pragtige footage.
That's Priceless.Arme bobbejane.
Lol, last baboon be like what the heck is that!
Baboons= Let’s hope these hungry 🤤 carnivores don’t spot us 😮under the bridge 🌁.
If Lions could walk freely on a bridge, it then means that human lives are not safe in that country.
could be a wildlife crossing in a reserve over an access road
They're smart hanging. On for life