2 Questions
True or false: Male lions are responsible for raising the cubs within a pride.
False
True or false: Trophy hunting is believed to generate enough money to conserve the lion population.
False
Study Notes
- African lions are one of the largest cat species and are known for their strength and courage.
- The lion population has dwindled significantly in the past, and they can now only be found in certain parts of sub-Saharan Africa.
- Male lions typically live in groups and are responsible for defending their territory and hunting for the pride.
- Lions face many threats, most of which are caused by humans. Ranchers may kill lions out of fear that they will attack their livestock, poachers target lions for their bones and other body parts, and the loss of prey across the lion's range is a major concern.
- Trophy hunting is a contentious issue, as it is believed that the fees generated from hunting do not provide enough money to conserve the lion population.
Test your knowledge about the conservation issues facing African lions, including their population decline, threats from humans, and the impact of trophy hunting.
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