The scientific name of the lion is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The scientific name of the lion is:
A. Canis lupus
B. Felis catus
C. Panthera tigris
D. Panthera leo
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Panthera leo is the binomial name for the lion. Panthera tigris is the tiger, Felis catus is the domestic cat, and Canis lupus is the grey wolf. The genus Panthera includes roaring cats: lion, tiger, jaguar, and leopard. Binomial nomenclature uses a capitalized genus and lowercase species epithet, both italicized.

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