The Asiatic lion (Panthera leo persica) is slightly smaller than its African cousins and has a sparser mane. Originally found in North Africa, this lion is reportedly extinct. Research in 2013 ...

Found only in Gujarat’s Gir Forest, they are a subspecies of lions that live in dry forests. They are unique to India.

The Asiatic lion pair covered around 1,000 km to reach Van Vihar. Both male and female big cats are aged three years. Currently, both of them are in the grip of trauma.

Asiatic lions in Gujarat's Gir National Park exhibit ... are more active during the day partly because they lack a mane, which helps them cope with the heat. And so, while the males hunt and ...