A LION gets hold of a trunk — but at least it’s not attached to an elephant.

       The 500lb big cat was pictured appearing to cuddle a tree.

       A lion was pictured appearing to cuddle a tree Credit: Julius Dadalti/mediadrumworld.co

       Brazilian photographer Julius Dadalti -captured the unusual image in Amboseli National Park, Kenya.

       He said: “I think he was marking his territory.

       “I was following a beautiful pride and some cubs were playing with two mothers,”

       “The king was lying down and acting lazy when he decided to walk around.

       “After a few seconds, the lion came back and started to play with the palm tree.

       “It was funny and completely beautiful to watch because it seemed like a show and sometimes he would even look at me.

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       Julius added: “The lions of Amboseli are gorgeous this time of year.

       “There’s no doubt that they are amazing animals.”

       Brazilian photographer Julius Dadalti -captured the unusual image Credit: Julius Dadalti/mediadrumworld.co

       The unforgettable moment occurred in Amboseli National Park, Kenya Credit: Julius Dadalti/mediadrumworld.co

       The photographer thought the 500lb big cat was marking his territory Credit: Julius Dadalti/mediadrumworld.co

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