Lions are known as strong, fierce and loving animals. But behind the cruel appearance of these large cats lies the fact that they are social animals living in interconnected groups known as the group; in which females feed and breed cubs, while males abandon their offspring.
The presence of lions has faded from 90% of its spread throughout history. There are now only lions in South and East Africa, as well as one small group living in a "non" forest in India.
Reasons for the importance of lions
Lion is often called the "king of the jungle". Although lions do not actually live in the forest, they are highly predatory animals in their natural habitat. This means that lions help stabilize the number of grass-eating animals, such as buffalo, African antelope and zebras. It also feeds on the most vulnerable individuals in herds, which helps keep prey groups strong and healthy. Without the presence of lions, the number of grass-eating animals can increase and feed on over-natural plant pastures, thereby destroying the integrity of the ecosystem.
How lions become threatened by illegal trade
The loss of natural habitat and the conflict between communities competing for grazing lands for livestock are the main threats to lions. However, the hunt for lions, which have recently become an alternative to rare tiger bones used in traditional Chinese medicine, continues to increase. In 2017, the share of bone lions exports from South Africa, which allows the sale of a specified amount of body members legally, has been determined by permit. While the great structures used in these commercial transactions are mostly from lions, closed breeding environments or commemorative fishing competitions, the quota system is undermined by the prohibited fishing in the territory of neighboring countries.
Lions are also sometimes used among African countries for animal or pharmaceutical treatment.
How to help solve this crisis
Support organizations that give initial preservation to their lions. He informed others of the impact of illegal trade on the presence of lions. Stay away from buying products that contain lions or use drugs or stimulants that mention the presence of lion bones in their components.
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