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  1. Lion - Wikipedia

    Lion ... The lion (Panthera leo) is a large cat of the genus Panthera, currently ranging only in Sub-Saharan Africa and India. It has a muscular, broad-chested body; a short, rounded head; round …

  2. Lion | Characteristics, Habitat, & Facts | Britannica

    6 days ago · lion, (Panthera leo), large, powerfully built cat (family Felidae) that is second in size only to the tiger; it is a famous apex predator (meaning without a natural predator or enemy). …

  3. Lion Animal Facts - Panthera leo - A-Z Animals

    27 Beal 2024 · There are two types of lion subspecies. One is named Panthera leo melanochaita and lives across South and East Africa. The second lion subspecies has the scientific name …

  4. African lion, facts and photos | National Geographic

    What is the African lion? African lions have been admired throughout history for as symbols of courage and strength. These iconic animals have powerful bodies—in the cat family, they’re …

  5. Lion Facts | Mammals | BBC Earth

    29 Beal 2024 · The lion is the second biggest big cat after the tiger. Unlike most big cats, the lion is social, and lives in family groups called prides. This ferocious apex predator works together …

  6. Lion | Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

    The world's most social felines, lions roam the savannas and grasslands of the African continent, hunting cooperatively and raising cubs in prides. Lions have strong, compact bodies and …

  7. Lion | World Wildlife Fund

    Throughout history, lions have been admired as a symbol of power, strength, and courage. Previously, lions roamed throughout all of Africa and parts of Asia and Europe.

  8. As humans develop wild habitats, lions and humans come into increasingly closer contact. Livestock begins to replace natural prey, fueling human-lion conflict in which lions are killed in …

  9. Lion: King of the Jungle – Facts, Behavior, and Conservation

    24 MFómh 2024 · This article explores the lion’s scientific classification, physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, diet, reproduction, predators, and conservation status. It also delves into their …

  10. Did you know this about lions? - WWF

    African lions have captivated our imagination, evoked awe and inspiration, and inspired folklore and legends. They have been part of modern culture, depicted in books, movies, and art. …