Lion
| Latin Name: | Panthera leo |
| Length: | 53-77 inches |
| Tail Length: | 27-39 inches |
| Weight: | 330-500 lbs |
| Description: | Usually, Lions have solid tawny color coats. |
| Distribution: | East and Southern Africa |
| Population: | (estimate) |
Lion Information
Male Lion’s manes serve a few different purposes. It is believed that mane differences, such as color and length, may serve as a way for lions to identify each other. Manes also serve as protection in fights between two lions.
Lion In The United States
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