Impressive portrait of the extinct Barbary Lion (00011811)
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Description: The majestic Barbary Lion (Panthera leo leo) is showcased in this impressive portrait taken at a research and breeding center in South Africa. Originally native to the Atlas Mountains in North Africa, this subspecies of lion has been extinct in the wild since 1910. However, a few individuals have survived in captivity, including the distinctive Barbary Lions with their impressive manes. While these lions are no longer purebred, they remain captivating representatives of their species.
Location: Transvaal/Limpopo Province, Hoedspruit Research & Breeding Centre, South Africa
Date of Capture: 16.07.2003