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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 ears; …

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

    Nov 26, 2025 · 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). The …

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

    May 27, 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 Panther Leo …

  4. Lion Facts | Mammals | BBC Earth

    May 29, 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 with its …

  5. 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 second...

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

    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 powerful …

  7. Lion | World Wildlife Fund

    A lion’s roar can be heard from five miles away and is also a show of power between males. Within their pride, female lions act as the primary hunters and work in teams to prey on zebras, wildebeests, …

  8. Listen to a Lion’s Second Type of Roar, Which Was Just ...

    Nov 26, 2025 · By sifting through thousands of recorded lion sounds, scientists discovered a previously unknown “intermediary roar,” which is shorter and lower-pitched than a full-throated roar.

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

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

  10. Inside the Pride: Fascinating Lion Facts from the Wild

    Nov 26, 2025 · Lions aren’t just giant cats with great hair, they’re living contradictions. They sleep like house pets, fight like warriors, and rule the savanna with a mix of power, teamwork, and pure …