The lion (Panthera leo) is a large, powerfully built big cat known for its strength, social behavior, and iconic appearance. It is the second‑largest cat species after the tiger and is widely recognized as the “king of beasts.”
Stats
- Population: 23,000-39,000
- Life Span: 12-25 Years
- Top Speed: 35 MPH
- Weight: 264-547.8 Pounds
- Length 55.1-98.4 Inches
Geographical Distribution
Continents:
- Asia
- Africa
Biomes:
- Grassland
- Savanna
- Woodland
- Shrubland
- Mountains
- Forest
Diet (Carnivorous)
- Buffalo
- Wildebeests
- Giraffes
- Gazelle
- Zebra
- Warthog
- Antelope
Fun Facts
Fact #1
The largest lion ever recorded was found in South Africa and weighed 690 pounds!
Fact #2
Only one in eight male lions survive to adulthood due to prides consisting of mostly females (Roughly 80%).
Fact #3
The lion is one of the “African Big Five.”
Fact #4
Lion population decreased by 42% from 1993-2014 and there is estimated to be less than 20,000 left.