The Lion is a large predatory cat, found in Africa and parts of Asia. Unlike other felines, Lions are social carnivores, living in family groups called "prides". These prides consist of a group of females and one or two males. Male cubs leave the pride when they reach maturity. The male Lion is characterised by his mane which is linked to his testosterone production. The darker and bushier his mane is, the more powerful (and therefore desirable to the females) he is. The Lionesses do much of the hunting, although they are also inclined to steal prey from other carnivores such as hyena and cheetahs.
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