Hidden in the teeth: DNA study finds these 19th century lions preyed on humans and giraffes

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Oct 11, 2024, 11:00 am163 pts
In 1898, two male lions terrorized an encampment of bridge builders on the Tsavo River in Kenya. The lions, which were massive and maneless, crept into the camp at night, raided the tents and dragged off their victims. The infamous Tsavo "man-eaters" killed at least 28 people before Lt. Col. John Henry…

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