Lions on the Edge

In a remote corner of the Serengeti, the "Vumbi" lion pride battles high heat, shortages of food and water and a dangerous rival coalition in its struggle to survive. It is a challenging and unforgiving landscape, not only for the lions but also for the photographers bringing their story to light. Drawing on decades of experience and deploying robots, drones and night-vision cameras, renowned National Geographic photographer Michael "Nick" Nichols and cinematographer Nathan Williamson capture the intimate story of these intrepid lions, who are defying the odds and thriving in one of Africa's most desolate landscapes. (National Geographic)