West African lions, the lean, majestic creatures that used to roam the region, have dwindled down to a population of about 400 and are facing extinction, according to an aptly titled paper, "The Lion ...

A recent study finds that African lion populations are declining as their herbivore prey are as well, prompting a need to protect these prey species to reverse the trend. Preventing prey depletion can ...

What makes the little old ant think he can disrupt the life of an African lion? Researchers say it’s more than just high hopes. In a study published today in the journal Science, a team of scientists ...

Lions may be the kings of the jungle, but even lions can get taken by surprise on occasion. A video out of South Africa shows what happens when a rhino family happens upon some snoozing lions.

UW Professor Jake Goheen, left, and Ph.D. student Douglas Kamaru fit a GPS collar on a lioness at Kenya’s Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Their research shows that the invasion of big-headed ants at the ...

The African wild dog distinguishes itself from rival predators like lions and hyenas by using the unique hunting style of chasing prey over long distances until the target collapses from exhaustion, ...