how is it culturally significant?
Their depictions are known from the Upper Paleolithic period. Centuries old carvings were discovered in Lascaux and Chauvet Caves in France.
Lion
Depictions of lions are known from the Upper Paleolithic period. Carvings and paintings of lions discovered in the Lascaux and Chauvet Caves in France have been dated to 15,000 to 17,000 years old. A lioness-headed ivory carving found in Vogelherd cave in the Swabian Alb, southwest Germany, is dubbed "Löwenmensch" (lion-human) in German. The sculpture has been dated to least 32,000 years old—and as early as 40,000 years ago—and originated from the Aurignacian culture.
which of the following animals does not live in africa UNANSWERABLE where is its fossil found? UNANSWERABLE which predator gives it a competition? Hyenas - They both compete for prey and carrion. which are its hybrid varieties? Liger and tigons hybrid between a lion and a tiger, The leopon is a hybrid between a lion and leopard.
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Lion [SEP] Cultural significance
The lion is one of the most widely recognised animal symbols in human culture. It has been extensively depicted in sculptures and paintings, on national flags, and in contemporary films and literature. It appeared as a symbol for strength and nobility in cultures across Europe, Asia and Africa, despite incidents of attacks on people. The lion has been depicted as "king of the jungle" and "king of beasts", and thus became a popular symbol for royalty and stateliness. The lion is also used as a symbol of sporting teams. Depictions of lions are known from the Upper Paleolithic period. Carvings and paintings of lions discovered in the Lascaux and Chauvet Caves in France have been dated to 15,000 to 17,000 years old.