Lions 'facing extinction in West Africa'

[Jimbuna]

Only man, the biggest predator on the planet could allow this to happen

There has been a "catastrophic collapse" in the number of lions in West Africa, with only around 400 left in the region, a new survey suggests.

With fewer than 250 mature lions of breeding age, there are concerns the entire population could disappear.

The research by Panthera, a non-profit organisation, was carried out in 17 countries, from Senegal to Nigeria, and took more than six years.

West African lions are genetically distinct from others in Africa.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-25722058