why do lions have manessssss?

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why do lions have manessssss?

2007-05-21 13:16:55 · 3 answers · asked by Olivia P 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Zoology

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Same reason that (some) men have beards and deep voices. It's one of what are called "secondary sex characteristics". The idea is it makes them sexier to lionesses, and more intimidating to other male lions. The evolutionary justification is that it probably signals health and virility. To be honest, I have no idea if that has ever been measured in any way, although it seems like something you could check.

2007-05-21 13:22:39 · answer #1 · answered by John R 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Only male lions have manes. Females do not.

2007-05-21 20:24:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

FYI: female lions prefer males with darker mane color.

2007-05-21 21:40:23 · answer #3 · answered by Extra Ordinary 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋