primary characteristic that makes lions an exclusive species of wild animals is their mane

In addition to the body size and fur coloration, one primary characteristic that makes lions an exclusive species of wild animals is their mane. Although most lions may have small body sizes, in most cases the size of their mane will make them look larger than their normal size. The lion’s mane is of great significance in times of war with other lions and their great feeding enemies, the hyenas. In addition to its significance during war times, the lion’s mane is of great significance during mating seasons, as most female lions love mating with their male counterparts with the darkest and biggest manes (Triveli Para. 1-3). It is important to note that, although most lion species have manes, there exist some lion species that lack manes in some national parks for example, Tsavo National Park in Kenya, and some Senegalese forested reserves. When it comes to the sizes and densities of manes, as research studies have proven, climatic conditions and the geographical location of a lion species are two primary factors, which determine such characteristics