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World Lion Day was initiated by Big Cat Rescue, the world’s largest accredited sanctuary dedicated to big cats. Celebrated on August 10th, it is a day for people to come together from across the globe to pay tribute to the mighty lion.

The Importance of Saving Lions

1. Lions are apex predators, playing a vital role in maintaining the ecological balance.
2. By controlling the populations of herbivores, they ensure the health and regeneration of forests and grasslands.
3. This balance is crucial for biodiversity, as it helps protect various species and their habitats.
4. Additionally, lions help prevent the spread of diseases within prey populations by targeting

the weakest members, thus promoting a healthier ecosystem.

1. In India, the conservation of lions holds significant cultural and ecological importance.
2. The lion is an integral part of India’s national emblem, symbolizing strength and power. This emblem appears on all Indian currency and official documents, underscoring the lion's significance in Indian heritage.

India is home to the Asiatic lion, found only in the Gir Forest. Conservation efforts in this region have seen the lion population grow from around 523 in 2015 to approximately 674 in 2020, a testament to the success of dedicated protection measures.

Some facts:

Project Lion

Announced on August 15, 2020, 'Project Lion' is a pivotal initiative aimed at securing the future of Asiatic lions. Key components of the initiative include habitat improvement, monitoring through advanced technologies like radio-collaring and camera traps, and addressing human-wildlife conflict.

The International Big Cats Alliance

Launched in April 2023, the International Big Cats Alliance (IBCA) reinforces the global commitment to conserving big cats, including lions. This alliance aims to foster international cooperation among 97 range countries, facilitating the sharing of knowledge and resources to protect these majestic animals.

As of March 2024, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists the Asiatic lion (Panthera leo persica) as vulnerable on its Red List, which is a significant improvement from its previous endangered status.

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