7 Giant Animals That Are Extinct | Part 4

3. Barbary Lion – The Strongest Lion Ever

The Barbary Lion was the largest and strongest true lion species in history.
It lived in North Africa, especially the Atlas Mountains.

Key facts:

• Bigger and more muscular than modern African lions
• Symbol of power in ancient civilizations
• Used in Roman gladiator games

Sadly, excessive hunting by humans led to its extinction.
The last confirmed Barbary lion was seen in the 1940s.