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Lion Recovery Fund Recovering lions, restoring landscapes.

We’re streaming LIVE from the Wildlife Conservation Expo tomorrow! Catch the Wildlife Funds panel discussion on the Wild...
10/09/2026

We’re streaming LIVE from the Wildlife Conservation Expo tomorrow! Catch the Wildlife Funds panel discussion on the Wildlife Conservation Network YouTube channel at 4pm PST, but tune in before too for an all day lineup of amazing speakers.
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Across Africa, shrinking and more disconnected habitats has been impeding the ability of lions to roam and hunt for wild...
09/30/2026

Across Africa, shrinking and more disconnected habitats has been impeding the ability of lions to roam and hunt for wild prey.

As communities overlap with lion territory, vital habitat is converted into land for agriculture and livestock, leading to lion predation on cattle and other domestic animals. Lions are also facing a decline in their prey supply, as there is a dramatic rise in illegal bushmeat poaching of herd species.

With fewer wild prey, closer proximity to human settlements, and less ability to roam, lions are losing vital resources for survival. The most effective lion conservation efforts target these threats holistically.

📷 Peter Lindsey

09/28/2026

Tiny newborn lion cubs, still reliant on mom for transport, food and protection, sometimes get to hitch a careful ride in their mama's mouth. 🦁

Lion cubs instinctively know to relax every muscle and allow their mothers to transport them to safety. Coupled with this behavioral help that cubs give their mother, they are also equipped with much looser skin and fur on their necks, which has been found to contain fewer nerve endings. This means that the carrying process is not as uncomfortable for them as one might imagine!

How to ID a lion🦁 Courtesy of Communities Living Among Wildlife Sustainably Conservancy!Lions look very similar, so how ...
09/24/2026

How to ID a lion🦁 Courtesy of Communities Living Among Wildlife Sustainably Conservancy!
Lions look very similar, so how do we tell them apart for population counts?
🔸Long whiskers growing from dark spots, called whisker spots, arranged typically in 6 lines along the muzzle of every lion.
🔸The unique spacing of these spot patterns are like a fingerprint that researchers use to identify individuals and count populations.
🔸We use these spots as well as battle scars, tattered ears and teeth to understand pride dynamics, population health and individual survivorship over time.

Can you spot the difference?

09/22/2026

For the first weeks of its life, a lion cub's life includes only its mother, and likely a few siblings, in a hideaway place. Cubs are born with spots and rosettes on their golden coats that fade as they grow.

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09/17/2026

Family stroll with African Bush Camps Foundation 🦁

Happy to have their support through the Lionscape Coalition, helping advance lion conservation and the restoration of lion landscapes across Southern Africa.

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09/14/2026

Reminiscing on the beauty of a sunset with lions in Ruaha National Park.

What factors determine lions' characteristic coat color, and why is there so much variation?1. Age: Cubs have a mottled ...
09/10/2026

What factors determine lions' characteristic coat color, and why is there so much variation?

1. Age: Cubs have a mottled coat and spots that help camouflage them from predators. As they grow out of adolescence, these spots fade away, and their fur takes on a more consistent golden color. As male lions grow and age, their manes will get darker. Lions with darker manes are usually the best candidates for mating, and usually rule their respective prides.

2. Environment: A lion’s fur must be similar to its environment in order to help the lion be a successful predator. Lions like to stalk their prey; without blending into their background, they will be noticed during their hunt, and have a more difficult time making a successful kill.

3. Weather: Lions that live in hotter places will tend to have lighter coats, while lions living in cooler regions will have darker coats.

Hunter, leader, mom: lionesses have a lot going on.The vital role of lionesses in pride dynamics is often under-apprecia...
09/08/2026

Hunter, leader, mom: lionesses have a lot going on.

The vital role of lionesses in pride dynamics is often under-appreciated. The survival and success of the pride relies on lionesses, who:
➖ form the core social structure of prides
➖ lead decision-making and coordination efforts
➖ conduct up to 90% of hunting activities, employing strategic, synchronized hunting techniques
➖ raise cubs communally, fostering strong pride bonds

While male lions play an important protective role, lionesses are fundamental to the pride's survival as expert hunters and fierce moms.

📸 Peter Lindsey

Some of the fiercest teeth in the animal kingdom🦷Lions' teeth are crucial for their role as apex predators. Their powerf...
09/03/2026

Some of the fiercest teeth in the animal kingdom🦷
Lions' teeth are crucial for their role as apex predators.
Their powerful jaws are equipped with large, sharp incisors for gripping, robust canines for delivering lethal bites, and strong molars for tearing.
These specialized teeth are essential for hunting, feeding, and defending their territory.
Proper dental health is vital for lions, as damaged or worn teeth can impair their ability to hunt and secure food, impacting their survival and overall well-being.
This lion, though, looks all set to get straight to the hunt🥩

📸 Jon McCormack

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