Lion. A large felid primarily found across the African continent, with remnant populations in parts of India. It inhabits diverse environments such as savannas, scrublands, and semi-deserts, and lives in social groups (prides) that cooperate in hunting and rearing young. Males have manes, and there is pronounced sexual dimorphism in body size. It mainly preys on large ungulates such as zebras and wildebeest, and frequently scavenges carrion. Primarily nocturnal and spends long periods resting. Population numbers have declined in recent years and the species is classified as Vulnerable (IUCN Red List: VU).