DO YOU KNOW? (LION)

The African lion is the world’s second largest cat species. Males of the species are easily distinguishable due to the large mane which goes around his face. This mane is black in colour. Both male and female African lions are a tawny or buff colour. They have a long tail with a black tuft on the end. Underneath their black nose the lion has a patch of white fur which surrounds the mouth. White colour morphs exist of the African lion. These lions have a condition called leucism that means they have no pigment in the skin. These animals are not albino as they still have pigment in the eyes. These animals are rarely seen in the wild as they are easier for predators to spot and have been hunted by humans. Males measure 1.7-2.5m (67-98in) from the head to the base of the tail. Females are slightly smaller at 1.6-1.9m (63-74in). At the shoulder males stand 1.2m (47.2in) tall. Females stand 1.1m (43.3in) tall. African lion males weigh 150-240kg (331-529lbs) while females weigh 122-182kg (269-401lbs). welcome in Tanzania and have more facts about lion and other animals.