God made the lion. The scientific name for the lion is felis leo .
Lions are some of the largest and most famous members of the cat family.
Lions inhabit Africa and southern Asia to western India. A fully grown male lion can weigh between 400-600 pounds. Female lions are smaller and lighter than males. Lions live to be about 30 years old. By the time he is 5-7 years old, the male is easily identified by a luxiant mane that grows on his head and neck.