More than 100 neglected lions found in a South African breeding facilityMay 08, 2019 – The diseased animals were being raised, surprisingly, by a member of an organization that espouses responsible lion care.
Den of Mountain Lion Kittens Found in Unlikely PlaceJune 21, 2018 – National Park Service researchers discovered a litter of four cougar kittens near California’s Simi Hills, an area surrounded by highways.
How to film hippos, crocs, and lions and not lose a limb or a camera operatorDecember 14, 2018 – Director Neil Gelinas discusses the challenges and rewards of making of the National Geographic documentary film Into the Okavango.
See the Last Footage of Rare Tree-Climbing LionsApril 18, 2018 – National Geographic explorer Alexander Braczkowski spent six months following a pride of tree-climbing lions before they were poisoned.
12 Amazing Pictures of LionsAugust 10, 2016 – For World Lion Day, we compiled National Geographic's most beautiful pictures of the big cats in Africa.
Frozen Remains of Extinct Lion Found in RussiaNovember 09, 2017 – The Ice Age lion can still be seen resting its head on its paw.
Where Curious Sea Lions Aren't Afraid of SnorkelersApril 23, 2018 – In this UNESCO World Heritage site, the sea lions come out to play.
Rare White Lion Cub Seen in South AfricaMarch 27, 2018 – An expert weighs in to clear up misconceptions about white lions.
This Marsupial Lion Was the Size of a SquirrelAugust 16, 2016 – The ancient carnivore is one of two new pouched mammals recently discovered based on fossil teeth and jaws.
Clash Between Lions, Rhinos, and Elephants Has Surprise EndingSeptember 21, 2018 – When the life of a calf is on the line, it might be surprising who comes out the victor.
New Species of Dog-Size Marsupial Lion DiscoveredDecember 07, 2017 – The creature climbed trees in Australia tens of millions of years ago, contemporary with another marsupial lion species.
Poachers Target Rescued Circus Lions in Worrying New TrendOctober 19, 2017 – At least 20 captive lions in a single province of South Africa have been killed or attacked by poachers so far this year.
Fatal Lion Mauling Highlights Controversy of Private ReservesMarch 02, 2018 – After a young woman was killed in South Africa, experts debate the safety of "lion walks" and other practices on private game reserves.
New Yorker Imprisoned for Smuggling $150k in Lion and Tiger PartsAugust 10, 2018 – Arogkron Malasukum will spend nine months in jail for trafficking endangered cat skulls, claws, and teeth to a jeweler in Thailand.
White Lions, South AfricaSee a photo of a pair of lions on a South African reserve, read a photo tip from photographer Catherine Karnow, and download free wallpaper from National Geographic.
Our Favorite Lion Videos Reveal the Power of PredatorsAugust 10, 2017 – From rare black-maned and white lions to epic battles on the plains, these videos show the "king of beasts."