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The lion (Panthera leo) is a species in the family Felidae; it is a muscular, deep-chested cat with a short, rounded head, a reduced neck and round ears, and a hairy tuft at the end of its tail. The lion is sexually dimorphic; males are larger than females with a typical weight range of 150 to 250 kg (330 to 550 lb) for males and 120 to 182 kg (265 to 400 lb) for females. Male lions have a prominent mane, which is the most recognisable feature of the species. A lion pride consists of a few adult males, related females and cubs. Groups of female lions typically hunt together, preying mostly on large ungulates. The species is an apex and keystone predator, although they scavenge when opportunities occur. Some lions have been known to hunt humans, although the species typically does not (Wikipedia).

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Maria Paola Di Santo 17 Sep 2008

wonderful work! Great colors and technique...

Lili 26 Aug 2008

Absolutely magnificent work of art! Great job, I love it!!!!

Hillary Herring 16 Jun 2008

Hi Barbera-your work is marvelous!! I am inspired to pull an all-nighter at my drafting board tonight!!

Anonymous Guest 16 Jun 2008

Long live the king!! Beautiful!!!

Fiona Robinson 04 Jun 2008

Being a Leo he is my favourite animal - you captured him beautifully