SOUTH AFRICA – A group of 14 lions were spotted roaming near a mine in north-east South Africa, prompting warnings from local officials.
The pride was seen near Phalaborwa Foskor mine, just west of Kruger National Park near the Mozambique border.
Rangers were monitoring the animals, and authorities planned to capture them and release them back into the reserve.
Authorities said this may be the largest lion escape South Africa has ever seen.
Kruger National Park is one of the biggest game reserves in Africa, covering an area of 19,485 sq. km (7,523 sq. miles). (BBC)
