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Ecology

Dangerous Neighbors Part 2: African Lions and Spotted Hyenas

Posted July 10th, 2011 by Cendan Luis

Deep within one of Africa’s vast savannahs, a small pride of lions has recently managed to kill a large buffalo. The pride had gone for quite some time without sufficient food, but the tenacity and hard work of its members has finally led to a kill. The lions are nearly breathless from the chase, and [...]

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Lions are the second largest felines in the world. Photo: BigCats.com
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Mammalogy

Strength and Majesty: The King of the Beasts

Posted April 13th, 2011 by Cendan Luis

It is known as a symbol for great power, dominion, courage, and many other strong traits. It has enough strength to bring down a full grown buffalo and can deter its natural competitors with its great bulk, thick mane, and fearsome spirit. It is also the leader of a large group of fellow powerful hunters [...]

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Ethology

Africa’s Crown Predators

Posted September 26th, 2010 by Cendan Luis

Africa is known for being one of the most dangerous places on earth. Its lands are home to some of the most well known predators. For thousands of years, man has struggled to live among the lions, crocodiles, leopards, jackals, snakes, and many other predators which also call this land home. Their cunning and hunting [...]

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Ethology

Rogues: Studying Man-eaters

Posted August 19th, 2010 by Cendan Luis

We hear about it every now and again; people killed and eaten by animals throughout the world. Whether it is lions in Africa hunting human prey, or the occasional shark attack in the popular beaches, we hear about these cases and usually demonize the animal responsible for the death. Some say the animals should not [...]

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