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Bauer, H.; de Iongh, H.H.; Princ‚e, F.P.G.; Ngantou, D.
Research needs for lion conservation in West and Central Africa
2003 Comptes rendus Biologies (326): S112-S118
The lion has historically probably been widespread at low densities in West and Central Africa, nowadays they are largely restricted to small isolated populations inside protected areas. The total number is probably between 1200 and 2700, the best possible guesstimate would be 1700. Mankind is the main cause for the suspected decline of lion populations, both inside and outside protected areas. Very little research has been done on West and Central African lions a few examples are summarized here. The international community is slowly becoming aware of threats to lions in the region and some initiatives for lion conservation have started.
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