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The Asiatic Lion (Panthera leo persica) is a subspecies of the lion which survives today only in India .It is also known as the Persian lion. They ranged once from the Mediterranean to India, covering most of Southwest Asia where it was also known as the persian lion.
created by syam1224 on 2008-03-25 11:09:49
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ABOUT ASIATIC LION
Asiatic Lion is one of the seven sub-species of lions on this planet. Its scientific name is "Panthera Leo Persica". Gir, popular name for part of Gujarat in India is the only place where this magnificent animal is found today.
http://www.asiaticlion.org/
created by syam1224 on 2008-03-25 12:20:56
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The Asiatic Lion
Lions have always been considered the kings of the Jungle. But most of the people in the world think that lions are only found in the African continent. People haven't been mislead in this regard, the truth is that there aren't much lions left in the rest of the world.
http://www.indianwildlifeportal.com/wildlife-of-in
created by syam1224 on 2008-03-25 11:14:36
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Asiatic Lion from Wikipedia
Asian lions are highly social animals, living in units called prides. Asiatic lion prides are smaller than those of African lions, with an average of only two females.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asiatic_Lion
created by syam1224 on 2008-03-25 12:27:49
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Asiatic Lion information Centre
Asiatic lions have shaggier coats, with a longer tassel on the end of the tail and longer tufts of hair on the elbows. Both sexes have a distinctive fold of skin that runs along the belly. Males are 1.7-2.5 m long and weigh 150-250 kg, while females are 1.4-1.75 m in length and weigh in at 120-182 kg.
http://www.asiatic-lion.org/
created by syam1224 on 2008-03-25 12:22:14
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Lion (Panthera leo) from Arkive
It seems that no animal has inspired the imagination of man more than the lion. Characterised as fearsome, courageous and majestic, the lion's strength and ferocity has earned it accolades such as ‘King of Beasts' in many cultures
http://www.arkive.org/species/GES/mammals/Panthera
created by syam1224 on 2008-03-25 12:25:33
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The Asiatic Lion ( Panthera leopersica )
The Asiatic lion, in India, is now found in only one pocket located in the Gir National Park of the state of Gujarat. There have been efforts made to relocate a small number of these lions to another park to try and ensure better survival chances of this majestic animal. However, these plans are yet to be put into action.
http://wildlywise.com/asiatic_lions.htm
created by syam1224 on 2008-03-25 11:18:31
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