Lion : Discovery News

Wild Lions Live in Constant Fear

Posted by Jennifer Viegas Fri Feb 10, 2012 12:00 PM ET | 0

The kings of the jungle are changing their behavior as they face ongoing stress, trying to avoid deadly human encounters. Read more

Ohio Animal Rampage Exposes Lack of Laws

Posted Thu Oct 20, 2011 12:53 PM ET | 0

Advocates are criticizing laws in the United States that allow exotic animal ownership. Read more

Top Predators Preserve Ecosystems

Posted by Jessica Marshall Thu Jul 14, 2011 02:00 PM ET | 0

The dwindling of the world's lions, wolves, sharks and other large animals isn't just sad, it's having far-reaching effects on ecosystems. Read more

Animals: Lioness Tries to Eat Baby Explained [VIDEO]

Posted Mon Jul 11, 2011 03:00 AM ET | 0

A curious baby gets a look inside a lion's mouth, with a thick piece of glass safely separating them. But was the lioness really looking for a snack, or just being playful? Jorge Ribas finds out. Watch video

Animals: Lioness Tries to Eat Baby Explained

Baby Lion Cubs Make Debut : Big Pic

Posted Tue May 24, 2011 12:18 PM ET | 0

These cuddly lion cubs are the newest and cutest residents at a German zoo. Read more

Animal Leaders Improve With Age

Posted by Jennifer Viegas Wed Mar 16, 2011 06:00 AM ET | 0

Older elephants and other animals are better at making crucial decisions in times of danger. Read more

Animals: Lion Cubs Go Swimming [VIDEO]

Posted Fri Jan 21, 2011 03:00 AM ET | 0

Four lion cubs at the National Zoo took a swim test to find out if the animals could climb out of the moat around the lion habitat if they happen to fall in. The test is part of the zoo's larger efforts to build a lion pride. Watch video

Cats Try Not to Make a Splash When Drinking

Posted by Jennifer Viegas Thu Nov 11, 2010 02:01 PM ET | 0

A combination of YouTube videos and high-speed digital footage reveals how cats lap liquids so gracefully. Read more

Lion Cubs Get First Check-Up: Big Pics

Posted Fri Sep 17, 2010 03:14 PM ET | 0

All four cubs are believed to be female, but it can be difficult to determine gender in cubs so young. Read more

Zoo Animals in the Snow

Posted Fri Jan 22, 2010 12:34 PM ET | 0

The brutal winter season hasn't kept these animals from enjoying the outdoors. Read more

Lions Had a Taste for Human Flesh

Posted Mon Nov 2, 2009 11:44 AM ET | 0

In 1898, two man-eating lions terrorized railway workers, claiming 35 lives. Read more

News: Golden Lion Tamarin [VIDEO]

Posted Fri Sep 18, 2009 01:44 PM ET | 0

With mouthfuls of mealworms, this family of Golden Lion Tamarins work for their food. Jorge Ribas hangs out with these curious monkeys. Watch video