Ugandan Lions Set Record with Perilous Swim for Mates

Two male lions swam 1.5 kilometers across a crocodile and hippo-infested channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park.

The lions, named Jacob and Tibu, were filmed using a thermal camera during their nighttime swim.
This swim is the longest recorded for lions, highlighting their resilience and adaptability.
Researchers suggest the lions are taking extreme risks due to skewed sex ratios and human pressures.
Jacob, a three-legged lion, has survived multiple life-threatening incidents, showcasing remarkable endurance.
Conservationists face challenges in stabilizing the lion population amid poaching and human-wildlife conflict.