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Asiatic Lion
Animal's Behavior
Lions are social animals, living in groups of about six.
Eating Habits
Lions eat prey animals such as hyenas, livestock and deer.
Range
Northern India
Conservation Efforts
Attempts are being made to establish another separate population of Asiatic lions in India, and reintroduction plans sending captive-bred lions into the wild are being considered.
Animal Facts
- Only the male lion has the impressive mane, but the female is the one who does all the hunting.
Scientific Name
Panthera leo persica
Classification
Animalia, Chordata, Mammalia, Carnivora, Felidae
Place of Birth
India
Size
350 – 400 lbs.
Color
Reddish brown to sandy grey
Lifespan
18 years
Conservation Status
Endangered
