Lion standing triumphantly on hill of bones captured by LA photographer

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LA-based photographer Simon Needham was spending time at the GG Conservation in South Africa when he came upon a spectacular sight. Atop a mound of bones, an enormous lion stood proudly, surveying his land. The atmospheric sky that surrounded him enhanced the ambiance, as the golden light mirrored the animal's golden fur. It was the perfect photo.

Needham, who often works with non-profits, was in South Africa to help the sanctuary with their promotional content. The sanctuary is the forever home of over 70 lions that cannot be released back into the wild for a variety of reasons. During his stay, Needham decided to spend the morning at the boneyard. This is where the sanctuary discards carcasses once the lions have finished their meals.

More photos by the photographer:

Source: https://mymodernmet.com/simon-needham-lion-bone-hill

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The photographer did a fantastic job capturing these images. 

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I hate that years of seeing photoshopped imagery has forced me to ignore the fact that this is REAL, even though I know it is.  
The fact that this is a real photo is incredible, but when I look at it I feel nothing. 

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Wow!

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Absolutely breathtaking 

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The photographer is apparently seeling prints of the photos, and 50% of the profits will be donated to the GG Conservation. https://www.simonneedham.com/bigchange/lion-bones