Scientists devise new method to give 'most robust' estimate of Maasai Mara lion numbers
Tuesday, December 13, 2016 - 15:31
in Biology & Nature
Scientists have created a new method for counting lions that they say is the most robust yet devised. Using the Maasai Mara National Reserve and surrounding conservancies in Kenya as a case study, they estimate there to be 420 lions over the age of one in this key territory.