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African Lion
Panthera leo
The African Lion is a large, muscular carnivorous mammal native to the grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands of sub-Saharan Africa. Known for their majestic manes and powerful build, male lions can be distinguished by their impressive hair around the head and neck, while fema…
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- Female lions, or lionesses, do most of the hunting for the pride and coordinate their efforts to take down large prey.
- A lion's roar can be heard up to 8 kilometers (5 miles) away. Unlike most cats, lions are highly social and live in groups called prides. The color and size of a male's mane can indicate his age, genetics, and health.
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