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So he snatched the little baboon, twisting away from the lionesses and bringing the baby back to a tree.

Source: National Geographic The father baboon’s heroism paid off. Once he bravely saved his baby, he made his way over to a shade tree and the rest of his troop. After a time, the photographers saw that he baby was safely nestled in his father’s arms, resting.

It’s hard to say what’s more impressive: the lionesses gentle decision to protect the baby baboon or his father’s incredible bravery and rescue mission. Share this unbelievable story with others.