There is a world somewhere between reality and fiction. Although ignored by many, it is very real and so are those living in it. This forum is about the natural world. Here, wild animals will be heard and respected. The forum offers a glimpse into an unknown world as well as a room with a view on the present and the future. Anyone able to speak on behalf of those living in the emerald forest and the deep blue sea is invited to join.
04-23-2023, 06:18 PM( This post was last modified: 04-23-2023, 06:29 PM by T_Ferguson )
Kevin Richardson did a couple of segments on this on his youtube channel. I think there is a theory that the mane is meant to deter other lions from biting at the throat. I am still at full amateur stage here for sure, but I do notice that most lions go at an animals back and then always end up going to the throat for the kill. Most male lion fights I've seen even ones like where the fight was 3 and 4 on 1, it seems that the lions are trying to break the spine to kill their opponent, and often, that's what is the kill shot. However, when male lions kill females, or cubs, they go for the neck. Maybe? I don't know. It's just one theory, and they are probably all wrong.
Ultimately, I think the mane now speaks more to the health of a lion rather than any sort of power or maleness.