Lions

It is one of the most iconic, revered – and feared -mammals in the world – with a powerful roar that can be heard for miles
Often described as the king of the jungle, lions are a distinctive and well-known big cat species. Learn about lions in our expert guide, including where they live in the wild and diet.

How to watch Serengeti III
The dramatised wildlife series Serengeti returns to the BBC One for a third season, this time narrated by Bridgerton actress Adjoa Andoh. Find out when it's on and meet some of the animals staring in it

Opinion: We need to learn to live alongside dangerous animals
Human-animal conflict isn't a new issue, but we need to be sympathetic in our approach to the conservation of animals that may pose a threat to humans
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How to watch Lion: The Rise And Fall Of The Marsh Pride
BBC Two presents a landmark documentary, bringing together a huge amount of archival footage of the Marsh Pride and looking into the challenges facing Africa's dwindling lion population today

Tiger King and the US big cat trade: conservation or commodification?
Addictive docuseries Tiger King 2 has returned to our screens, but has still failed to explore the real issues of captive big cats in the US.

New Big 5 wildlife species revealed: what are they and where to see them
Shooting with cameras rather than guns is the idea behind a new international initiative to promote the synergy between wildlife photography and conservation.

Lioness nurses leopard cub in ‘truly unique case’
First evidence of cross species suckling in wild cats has been documented.

African reserves could support more lions, according to new report
Protected areas have the potential to provide for as many as 83,000 African lions.

A 'lifeline for lions' has been set out in a new roadmap
A four-point plan to save Africa's top predator is launched by conservation groups.
