<human>: How can I tell the difference between a male and female lion?
<bot>: The most obvious way to tell the difference between a male and female lion is by their size. Male lions tend to be larger than females, with males averaging around 6 feet in height and weighing up to 500 pounds, while females average around 5 feet tall and weigh up to 300 pounds. Additionally, male lions have thicker manes that can reach lengths of up to 8 inches, whereas females typically have shorter and thinner manes.