Asiatic lion

With a less dense mane, thicker coat and larger caudal tuft, the Asiatic lion is less well known than its African cousin. Living in a forest environment, the territory of one male partially overlaps that of several small groups of females… a far cry from the harem of African lions.
Lumigny Safari Réserve is the only European zoo to house both Asiatic and African lions. A fine mark of recognition for the seriousness of our work… The Asiatic lion has been monitored as part of a European breeding program since 1994.