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Saving Sirga

Shocking, heart-warming and beautiful, Saving Sirga is a must-see for everyone who cares about the wildlife and its future on earth.

He rescued the dying lion cub, Sirga, from a rogue lion enclosure, but can he save it from a lifetime in captivity?

Filmed with unrivalled intimacy, this unforgettable and authentic story, set against the backdrop of the magnificent Kalahari Desert of Botswana, takes an in-depth look at a remarkable cross-species bond, the consequences inherent in raising a lion cub by hand, and the passion and dedication required to save just one lion.

Episodic Synopsis available here