Lions are often called the “king of the jungle.” While they only contribute to around 10% of the pride’s hunts, lions protect the pride and guard its territory, thus being recognized as figureheads.

Don’t be fooled by the mane and roar. The female is the primary hunter in the lion kingdom, not the male. “The Lion King” hinted at this more than 30 years ago, when Mufasa's brother Scar purred at ...