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Different Species of Lions Present in the World

Pictures Of  Different Species Of Lions along with some detail :-

Lions are regal creatures that are members of the Felidae family and the Panthera genus. The African and Asiatic subspecies of lions are recognised by the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature). There are eight different species of lions included in this AnimalSake article, each with images.



Have You Heard?

Up to five kilometres distant, one can hear an adult male lion's roar.Lions, tigers, jaguars, leopards, and snow leopards are all members of the genus Panthera. In essence, this genus's members are the only felines with the roaring ability. A lion's roar is unmatched, earning it the title "lord of the jungle" with justification. Females roar softly while calling their cubs, in contrast to the males' loud roar that may be heard when the male defends his territory. Lions are mostly nocturnal animals, meaning they hunt at night and rest throughout the day. They are the only cats that exhibit sexual dimorphism, in which the males and females look different from one another. They are also the only prides are social communities of cats.

While one of the male African lions is in charge of a pride that has two to three males and ten to twelve females. The females live inside the pride and are linked to one another. Asian lions, on the other hand, live alone. They only engage with females during mating. The African lion is the tallest and second-largest felid in the family, and it is also the most numerous.

Wild lions are currently exclusively found in sub-Saharan Africa, and the Gir Forest Reserve in Gujarat, India, is home to a very tiny population of Asiatic lions, a sub-species of African lions. In 1893, there were just 18 Asiatic lions left in existence. But the number has decreased to about 400 as a result of conservation initiatives. The population of African lions, which is thought to number between 23,000 and 39,000, was considered to be Vulnerable in 2004 but is now falling. With a population of fewer than 1,500, they now meet the requirements for West Africa's regionally Endangered status.

The sub-Saharan lions (Panthera leo) should be regarded as a single sub-species, according to mitochondrial DNA sequence variation analysis, even though the modern lions have been divided into 24 sub-species based on morphological differences (size, coat thickness, coat colour, mane size, etc.) in different geographic regions.

Information About Lions

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia

Phylum: Chordata

Class: Mammalia

Order: Carnivora

Family: Felidae

Genus: Panthera

Species: Panthera leo

 

Lions are divided into various subspecies even though they only have one species.

Various subspecies of  Lions

Along with America, Eurasia also had lions about 10,000 years ago. Some species went extinct over time. There are eight different lion subspecies known. These consist of:

Asiatic Lion

This species, also referred to as the Indian or Persian lion, is a common sight in Gujarat, India's Gir Forest National Park. Its mane is less developed than that of the African lion, and it is slightly smaller. The weight range for the species' males is 160–190 kg, while the range for the females is 110–120 kg. Its genetic variety is less than that of the African lion.



P. l. leo (Barbary lion)

Barbary Lion

It is also known as the Atlas lion since it is thought to be a native of the Atlas Mountain in North Africa. It was once regarded as one of the largest lion species. Its length (from head to tail), according to reports and stuffed museum specimens, ranged from 7 feet 9 inches to 9 feet 2 inches. Since records indicate that some of the last of this species' lions were killed between the 1950s and 1960s, it is now generally thought to be extinct.



P. l. senegalensis (West African lion)

African Lion

It also goes by the name Senegal lion and is indigenous to West Africa, hence the name West African lion. It is smaller than lions from Southern Africa but about the same size as those from Central Africa. This species, one of the most endangered, is thought to have a total population of fewer than 1000 individuals.



P. l. azandica (Northeast Congo Lion)

Lion Of Uganda

This subspecies, often known as the "Uganda lion," is indigenous to Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It can be found in the Murchison Falls National Parks in Uganda's Kidepo Valley as well as other regions of Central Africa. It was widely distributed in the Congo River Basin, but since the 2008 surveys, no lions have been discovered there. Additionally, this species is listed as being critically endangered.



P. l. nubica (East African or Masai lion)

Masai Mara Lion

This East African species, which is referred to as coming from "Nubia," is distinguished from other species by having longer legs and less rounded backs. They range in height from 8 to 10 feet and have different mane styles. They have thick mane tufts or manes that appear they have been combed backwards, to put it another way. Fortunately, this species, which can be found in areas of Kenya, Uganda, and the Tanga Region, has not yet been designated as endangered.



P. l. bleyenberghi (Southwest African or Katanga lion)

Southwest Africa is the species' natural habitat. Zimbabwe, Botswana, Zambia, Zaire, Angola, and other countries have it. One of the biggest lion subspecies is it. The name "Katanga" refers to a location in Zaire with the same name, thought to be the source of the species. The manes of Katanga lions are lighter than those of other lions.



P. l. krugeri (Southeast African or Transvaal lion)

African Lion

Its name, "Transvaal lion," refers to the "Transvaal" region of South Africa, where it is indigenous. It is also black-maned and has a full, well-developed mane. Males average 150 to 250 kg in weight, compared to girls' 110 to 180 kg. Additionally, it can be found in the Kalahari region and Kruger National Park.




P. l. melanochaita (Cape lion)

This lion family subspecies is entirely extinct. It was thought to weigh the most out of all the lions. It was about 10 feet long and, according to reports, close to 500 pounds in weight. It had black ear tips, a thick black mane, and occasionally a black fringe. It may have preyed on wild zebras, donkeys, buffalo, and possibly cattle, according to research investigations. The man-eaters were said to be elderly and frail.



Various Other subspecies of lion

White Lion

The P. l. krugeri and white lions are both members of the same species (Southeast African or Transvaal lion). Due to a colour mutation, a recessive feature, they are white in colour. Only found in zoos, sanctuaries, and wildlife reserves, they are incredibly rare. They are said to be indigenous to South Africa's Timbavati region. They can be blonde, off-white, or even white. The Kingdom of Zion in New Zealand, the Lory Park Zoo in South Africa, the Belgrade Zoo in Serbia, the Karachi Zoo in Pakistan, and other zoos house them.



Kalahari Lion

These lions are indigenous to the Kalahari region of Africa, as their name suggests. They have a black mane and have adapted to the harsh Kalahari climate. They are lighter than their contemporaries, which allows them to hunt more quickly and makes their bodies nimble and agile. Due of the colder temperatures and abundance of prey, they are known to hunt at night. Their bodies can easily adjust to have greater endurance.



Big Male African Lion

It is regrettable that these powerful and attractive cats are quickly becoming an endangered species due to widespread human hunting and poaching practises. Many organisations are working to implement laws and enforce the ban on lion hunting in an effort to safeguard these noble animals from further harm and extinction.



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