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African cats

Every day in the heart of Africa, amazing true stories happen that no one ever sees. Not so long ago on these plains, two mothers battled forces that sought to destroy them. Only by showing extraordinary courage would these mothers prevail. A mighty river divides this land. It marks the boundary between two rival families of lions. To the south lives the River Pride, six lionesses and their cubs. They're a close-knit family, and rely on each other for comfort and protection.

Layla is the oldest and most experienced lioness. She has just one cub, six-month-old Mara. Layla's age is starting to show. A lifetime of hunting has taken its toll. The cubs are fed and raised by the lionesses, but they are protected by the pride's ruler, Fang. His broken tooth is a war wound from a recent battle, and a mark of his bravery. He is the father of all of the cubs and their defender. To Mara, he's the best dad ever. Fang keeps Mara and her mother safe, and guards their pride lands, rich lands that every year host a great migration a million strong. Fang lets all other lions know that he alone rules the southern kingdom. North of the river lives a very different cat, the fastest creature on land, a cheetah. Sita's life is different from a lion's in every way, because she lives alone. Sita has a secret. Not long ago, she gave birth in this grassy den to five cubs. They are still blind, helpless and totally reliant on their mother. Sita is a single mother, and with no pride to help her, she must leave her cubs all alone when she hunts. Cheetahs may be the fastest animals on land, but hunting still isn't easy. The Thomson's gazelles she favors are almost as fast and very agile. Sita is built for speed, but has no staying power. To have any chance, she must sneak as close as possible. Under 30 seconds before exhaustion. It's now or never.

Success. Sita's cubs will not go hungry today. The river is a great bringer of life to this ilderness, but it can also be a deadly foe. The surging rapids can carry even the strongest lion to his death.

This is where dragons dwell. The River Pride feeds on a dead hippo washed up on the river's bank. Crocodiles don't fear the rulers of the land, with one exception. Fang. Today, the pride’s protector has earned his keep. A crocodile-infested river does have one benefit. It protects the pride from invasion from the north. The northern kingdom is ruled by Fang's greatest enemy, Kali. And Kali is not alone. He has four sons in their prime. Together, they form the most powerful force in this land, one set on conquest. Kali already rules the lionesses of the north, but he is not content with that. He and his sons are driven to expand their realm to the south. lf he overthrows Fang, he will kill Mara and have new cubs of his own. Kali is little Mara's greatest danger. For now, the river is high, a barrier that Kali will not cross. But eventually, its waters will fall. For Sita's five cubs, living in their snug little home seems like paradise. The cubs are now old enough for their first trip. The gazelle herds have moved on, and the family needs to catch up. Sita quickly discovers that herding cats isn't easy. For Sita, it's time to cross the open plains to find them food. For the cubs, it's a huge adventure. What an amazing first adventure. Massive herds still cross Fang's southern kingdom, so food is plentiful for the River Pride. Layla may be old, but she is the most experienced hunter. She knows the best place to stage an ambush.

The lionesses hunt as a team. With Layla leading, they slowly begin to close the trap. Despite her aging body, Layla is determined to help the pride. Hunting is always dangerous. Layla and her sisters must eat quickly if they are to get the reward they deserve. Fang, the protector, demands the lion's share. For Layla, the hunt is a disaster. A zebra's kick has injured her further. Staying fit is critical for a lioness. The pride cannot carry a female who is too weak to hunt. Something's wrong. Kali and his sons are on patrol. Lions are Sita's greatest enemy. A male is more than five times her size. As a single cheetah, she would flee. But with dependent cubs, she must hold her ground. She is totally focused on Kali. Incredibly, she's goading him. It seems insane, but it's a trick. She's drawing him away from her cubs. Kali tires. It worked. His son, however, is more determined. Sita is risking everything. Her speed has won the day, for now. Her terrified cubs are scattered and lost, in danger until they're back with their mother. Time is not on their side. The dark will cloak other predators. It's a mother's worst nightmare. Hyenas have taken two of her cubs. They're gone forever. The season is changing and the pride lands are drying. The great herds are moving on in search of greener pastures. They may be gone for a year or more. With the herds gone, the River Pride will struggle to find food.