Sala's male lion Osapuk joins two of the Topi lion pride lionesses. At the time this was filmed the Sla's male lion coalition was still slowly taking over the Topi lion pride, the lioness Longneck was one of the first to accept them.

In Tanzania’s Serengeti, six male lions rested calmly together atop a mound. Photographer Daniel Dolpire captured this rare moment, revealing a quieter side of apex predators.

Oftentimes referred to as the “king of the jungle,” lions are highly social and intelligent creatures. These big cats are also critical to maintaining the health of their ecosystem. National Geographic Explorers and photographers work diligently to safeguard future lion populations. Learn more at NationalGeographic.org.

Sala's male lions feed on what looks like a buffalo calf as the Topi lion pride head down to have a drink.

Social media was filled with comments after a woman was killed by a mountain lion. Here are answers to frequent questions about mountain lion attacks.

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Riverbanks Zoo & Garden is celebrating a historic homecoming. Two young male lions, Pesho and Sidai, have arrived from Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago- and their story is deeply connected to one of the Midlands’ most beloved animals.