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Physical appearance : Indian Lion is 8 -9 feet
long and weighs around 200- 250 kg. It is 2.5 – 2.9
m tall. It has a majestic mane and a big tail tuft.
It has large elbows. Total length of their tail
ranges from 70 -105 cm.
Presence in India : Indian Lions are mostly
found in North western and central parts of India
and are easily spotted in the Gir Wildlife Sanctuary
and the Lion Sanctuary.
Habitat : Indian Lion prefers grasslands,
shrub and open deciduous forests.
Diet : Indian Lion is carnivorous and feeds
on Nilgai, Wild pig, Chital, Sambar, goats and
camels.
Reproduction : Indian Lions reach the level
of sexual maturity in 3- 4 years of age. Their
breeding season rests between October to November.
The gestation period rests for 31 – 2 months after
which the females give birth to 3- 4 cubs. |
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