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Legendary lioness 'Queen of the Mara' found dead

'Queen of the Mara'. She was among the most photographed lionesses at Maasai Mara. [File, Standard]

She went by many titles: Queen of the Mara Triangle; Mama Kali; collared lioness. But to those who knew her intimately, she was simply the legend. Not many lionesses get similar accolades.

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