Endemic to Africa, the African Lion is a carnivore species inhabiting grasslands, savannas habitats. Weighing 120–250 kg, it is classified as Vulnerable.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | African Lion | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 185 kg | 50 kg | ↑ 270% |
| Height | 95 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 80 km/h | 48 km/h | ↑ 67% |
| Avg Speed | 58 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The African Lion inhabits grasslands, savannas habitats. It can be found in Africa.
Typical coloring: Tan.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The African Lion is a group-based species belonging to the Felidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
VU The African Lion is classified as Vulnerable. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the African Lion’s weight of 120–250 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 50 kg.
Weight rank: #14 of 34 Vulnerable species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sperm Whale | Up to 57000 kg | VU |
| 2 | African Elephant | 2700–6000 kg | VU |
| 3 | Great White Shark | Up to 2268 kg | VU |
| 4 | Hippopotamus | 1300–3200 kg | VU |
| 5 | Gaur | 600–1300 kg | VU |
Related Species
How much does a African Lion weigh?
A African Lion typically weighs 120–250 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the African Lion?
The African Lion is classified as “Vulnerable”. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the African Lion live?
The African Lion is found in Africa, in grasslands, savannas habitats.
How does the African Lion reproduce?
The African Lion has a gestation period of 98–105 days and typically produces 2-4 (usually) offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026