lion
Japanese Name:
ライオン
Romaji Name:
raion
Description
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The lion is a large, powerful wild cat known for its golden-brown fur and majestic mane (in males). Lions are carnivores and live in groups called prides, which consist of related females, their cubs, and a few males. They are native to Africa and a small part of India. Lions are often called the "king of the jungle" because of their strength, courage, and social behavior. They mainly hunt large herbivores like zebras and antelopes, and they are most active at night or during cooler hours.
History
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Lions belong to the species Panthera leo and are native mainly to sub-Saharan Africa and a small population in the Gir Forest of India (known as Asiatic lions).
Lions have been known to humans since ancient times and appear frequently in mythology, art, and literature across many cultures. In ancient Egypt, lions were symbols of strength and protection. Lions also feature prominently in European heraldry, symbolizing courage and nobility.
Historically, lions had a much wider range, living throughout parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa, but their populations have declined due to habitat loss and hunting.
Today, lions are considered a vulnerable species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), with conservation efforts ongoing to protect their habitats and prevent poaching.