Acinonyx jubatus photo © Andy Mitchell
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Lion identity collared by cheetah
The cheetah mimics the back-of-ear pattern of the lion as a protective adaptation against other carnivores. In the juvenile cheetah – which is particularly vulnerable – this mimicry extends to the pale neck-flag of the female and immature male lion.
Robin and the Honey Badger, 22 March 2016
Photographs
Acinonyx jubatus ear colouration
Acinonyx jubatus ear colouration
