As defined by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature Lions are a "vulnerable" species, which means their numbers should be higher.
Waxa uu Ururka Caalamiga ah ee Badbaadinta Dabiicadda (International Union for the Conservation of Nature) ku suntay in Cawshu ku sugan tahay xaalad 'nuglaaashiinyo', waxaana la geliyey Liiska Guduudan ee muujinaaya in xayawaankaas uu ku sii siqayo dabar go'.