Desert Lions

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(11-07-2020, 10:54 AM)BA0701 Wrote:

(11-07-2020, 05:23 AM)TinoArmando Wrote: What a massive specimen of male lion!
The Kgalagadi males are one of the largest lions and with a different body than lions from Kruger National Park and Sabi Sands. Kgalagadi lions have muscular body and bulky. This means that they have different meals and adaptations. This make the Kgalagadi lions a true beasts.
In less words, The lions of the Kalahari are different. It’s not a separate species, but more a kind of sub-species. They definitely look different.

They’ve got longer legs and are lighter in colour. The most distinguishing feature is the males’ manes. Instead of brown, they are pitch black.

According to scientists this is an advanced adaptation to their environment. Their light fur offers better camouflage and their lithe build makes them quicker and light-footed.

The best place to see them is the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in the Kalahari Desert. Though you can spot them in many places as they cover long distances while they are stalking their prey.
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Wow, what a massive animal, those shoulders are enormous.

To be honest, I didn't know about that.
 As far I remember. Kalahari lions are well know for being the largest lions in the world  
Because of the scarcity of food in this habitat, the lions here are forced to move up to 20-30km on most nights through soft sand in search of prey. To make these patrols more efficient, they have developed wider feet, longer legs and a greater body mass to ensure their survival during lean times. Reply