African lions are the top predators of their range. Lions can weigh up to 500 pounds. The species' tan coat blends in among the vegetation of its home, helping it to stalk prey. Males are larger than females and can be distinguished by their mane, which surrounds the head and extends down to the chest.
Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago, IL
April 2011
Adelor and Myra by
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The big cats prey on large hoofed animals, such as gazelles, impalas, zebras and wildebeest. They will also scavenge and eat smaller prey, if necessary. Hunting often occurs in groups. The malesโ manes and larger size make them more conspicuous, so females do the majority of the hunting.
Cincinnati Zoo, Cincinnati, OH
July 2014
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African lion populations are classified as vulnerable, with numbers declining due to habitat loss throughout Africa.
Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago, IL
May 2016
African lion Lions live in prides of 2-40 members; the average group has 13 members. The species breeds year-round. Males compete fiercely for the ability to breed with prides of females. Young males often band together to gain control of a pride, with stronger males forcing weaker ones out in battles that can end in the death of the loser.
Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens, Columbia, SC
November 2017
African Lion Lions are most frequently found in savannas where prey is most prevalent. Lions also live in forests, shrubby habitats, mountains and semi-deserts. Except for a small population of the Indian lion subspecies that remains in northwest India, lions now live only in Africa, from the Sahara's southern fringe to northern South Africa.
Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago, IL
February 2014
Myra Lions in zoos may live into their late teens or early 20s. In the wild, a lioness may live up to 16 years, but males rarely live past the age of 12.
Zoo Miami, Miami, FL
November 2018
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