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The prehistoric American lion (Panthera atrox) lived in North America during the Pleistocene and Holocene epochs: 340,000 to 11,000 years ago. About 25% larger than modern lions, weight range for males was 550–950 lbs . Genetic analysis shows the American lion and Eurasian cave lion were sister lineages. Cave Lion, Ghost Face Wallpaper Aesthetic, American Lion, Panthera Leo, Prehistoric World, Ancient Animals, Paleo Art, Well Well, Extinct Animals

Prehistoric American Lion

The prehistoric American lion (Panthera atrox) lived in North America during the Pleistocene and Holocene epochs: 340,000 to 11,000 years ago. About 25% larger than modern lions, weight range for males was 550–950 lbs . Genetic analysis shows the American lion and Eurasian cave lion were sister lineages.

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