American Lion

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:mammals
gptkbp:aroma Strong sense of smell
gptkbp:body_fur Short, dense fur
gptkbp:body_shape Powerful limbs for running
gptkbp:claw_characteristics Retractable claws
gptkbp:climate_adaptation Adapted to various climates in North America
gptkbp:climate_impact Affected by Ice Age conditions
gptkbp:conservation_status Not applicable (extinct)
gptkbp:cultural_representation Featured in art and literature
gptkbp:cultural_significance Represented in Native American mythology
gptkbp:diet gptkb:carnivore
gptkbp:discovery Fossils found in North America
gptkbp:extinction_cause Climate change and human activity
gptkbp:family gptkb:Felidae
gptkbp:first_appearance 1.5 million years ago
gptkbp:fossil_record North American plains
Extensive fossil evidence
Skulls, bones, and teeth found
gptkbp:genetic_studies Related to modern big cats
gptkbp:habitat gptkb:North_America
gptkbp:habitat_range Across North America
gptkbp:head Robust skull structure
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label American Lion
gptkbp:hunting_technique Ambush predator
Cooperative hunting in groups
gptkbp:known_for Large size and strength
gptkbp:last_appearance 10,000 years ago
gptkbp:length up to 10 feet including tail
gptkbp:lifespan Estimated 10-15 years in the wild
gptkbp:migration Seasonal migrations for prey
gptkbp:mlbteams Born blind and helpless
gptkbp:order gptkb:carnivore
gptkbp:originated_in Descended from common ancestors with modern lions
gptkbp:paleobiology Important for understanding prehistoric ecosystems
gptkbp:parent Cubs cared for by females
gptkbp:predators None (top predator)
gptkbp:prey Large herbivores
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Modern_Lion
gptkbp:related_to gptkb:Tiger
gptkbp:reproduction Similar to modern lions
gptkbp:research Studied for evolutionary insights
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Panthera_atrox
gptkbp:size Large
Larger than modern lions
gptkbp:social_behavior May have hunted in groups
gptkbp:social_structure Solitary or small groups
gptkbp:sound Acute hearing abilities
gptkbp:tail_length Long tail for balance
gptkbp:teeth_characteristics Large canines for hunting
gptkbp:territorial_behavior Territorial marking and defense
gptkbp:time_period Pleistocene
gptkbp:vision Excellent night vision
gptkbp:weight up to 500 pounds
Average 400-500 pounds
gptkbp:wildlife Extinct
Loss of habitat due to climate change.
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Jon_Meacham
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5