Lions — specifically the African lion — have a tawny or ... which ranges in color from blonde to reddish to black. This protective mane acts as a shield during combat and also signals maturity.

Renowned for its outstanding, dark black mane, Cape lion was a legendary animal in African wildlife history. But this subspecies became extinct in the 19th century when it was over-trapped and ...

The darker the mane, the older the lion. It’s also a sign of high levels of testosterone, and therefore strength, so a black-maned lion ... far as a mile away. The African lion population ...

WanMiaoYiWang Pet Service Co. and Chinese wildlife enthusiasts call for global attention to the survival crisis of African ...