The lioness is also the lion that does all the hunting. She is the one that goes out there and works with other lioness to formulate a plan of attack. Even though the lioness is smaller in stature when compared to the males, she is fast and cunning. Even with all the hard work they do for the kill, the male still eats first. When they hunt, the females will usually do it at night.

All lions live in savannahs, grassland, open woodland and scrubs. They don’t live in the jungle like many think. The space of these open areas gives them room to work with when they are hunting.

Long ago, lions were found in Asia, Europe and Africa but today they are only found in Africa. All but the Asiatic lions, but they are being protected right now and are endangered. The lions that make their home in Africa are found only in the South Sahara Desert and a few parts of East and South Africa. You only find them in the South Sahara these days because the population of lions in Africa has been depleted over the years and is now around 21,000 versus double this number in the 1950’s. They are one of the most endangered species on the planet and it really is a shame as these animals are truly works of God.

Lioness Tattoo Meaning

The lioness tattoo has multiple meanings. First off, probably one of the most well-known characteristics about the lioness is about her motherly instincts. The lioness will fight to the death to protect her cub. As much as a male will fight for his territory, the lioness will fight for the safety of her offspring.

The lioness tattoo also symbolizes strength, beauty and wisdom. She is the queen of all animals and she is a powerful entity. The lioness is cunning and intelligent as she, with her fellow lionesses, will work together to hunt and take down animals much larger than themselves.