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Lion Population Decreasing in Kenya

Critter News

I've been reading a lot about threatened elephants and primate populations in Africa and wondered about lions. Kenya's lion population has dropped from an estimated 2,749 in 2002 to 2,280 in 2004 and probably just 2000 individuals in 2009. One rarely hears about how they are doing. But, unfortunately, they are in trouble too.

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Baby Lemurs at Busch Gardens

4 The Love Of Animals

Lemurs are a species of primate, and reach sexual maturity between 2 and 3 years old. Fish and Wildlife Service considers all lemurs endangered. The non-profit, private charitable foundation is committed to supporting wildlife and habitat conservation, research, education and animal rescue programs worldwide.

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