Summary:

- The study investigates the impacts of climate change on the distribution and abundance of the African lion (Panthera leo) across its range in Africa.
- Using species distribution modeling, the researchers projected future changes in the lion's suitable habitat under different climate change scenarios, considering both temperature and precipitation changes.
- The results suggest that climate change is likely to lead to a significant reduction in the lion's suitable habitat, with the greatest impacts expected in East and Southern Africa, potentially threatening the long-term survival of this iconic species.