Elegant Barbary Lion Relaxing in the Shade of the Savannah (00011748)

❮ Fascinating Barbary Lion in the African Wildlife ❯
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Description: The Barbary lion, also known as Panthera leo leo, was a majestic predator that once inhabited the Atlas Mountains of North Africa. This fascinating creature with its impressive mane went extinct in the wild in 1910, but a few individuals are still kept in captivity in zoos and breeding centers. Learn about the history and fate of the Barbary lion and its breeding efforts.

Location: Transvaal/Limpopo Province, Hoedspruit, South Africa

Date of Capture: 16.07.2003