@ggconservation: Nooo.. this isn’t what you think!! These 3 lion brothers were just playfully mock mounting each other. #SmokeysBoys Male lions engage in mock mounting as a way to establish dominance and strengthen their bond within the pride. It’s a form of social behavior that helps to maintain the hierarchy within the group. By engaging in this behavior, the lions are reaffirming their social standing and reinforcing the bonds that hold their pride together. It’s also a way for them to practice and display their strength and prowess without engaging in actual combat, thus reducing the risk of serious injury within the group. Nature never fails to have a reason for everything ❤️