The Nutritional Care and Feeding Behavior of an Adult Female Lion (Panthera Leo) in Mvog-Betsi Zoo in Yaounde, Centre Region, Cameroon

Authors: Maurice ME*, Keafon MC, Namuene KS, Divine E and Veronique M

DOI: 10.23880/izab-16000247

Volume 3, Issue 5

Abstract

Lions are iconic species of wildlife, both loved and feared. While they do not have the striking color patterns of a jaguar or the cultural significance of a tiger, the striking mane and complex social structure make them unique among all the wild cats. The objective of this research was to examine the nutritional care and feeding behavior of the lion in Mvog-Betsi Zoo. Data collection was done for a period of 3 months, 6 days each week, from 7:00am-6:00pm. Hygiene of both the feeding and nonfeeding environment (animal enclosure), food-type, feeding behavior, and feeding position were recorded in the data sheet. The results of the study showed a significant link between feeding behavior, hygiene of enclosure, food-type, feeding position, and feeding time, r = 0.350 P

Keywords: Wildlife; Lions; Aggressive Behavior; Hygiene Condition; Feeding Behavior

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