Cecil the Lion was a well-known male lion living in Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe. He gained international attention in 2015 when he was killed by an American dentist, Walter Palmer, during a hunting expedition. Cecil was part of a research project led by Oxford University, which tracked his movements and behavior. The incident sparked global outrage and raised awareness about wildlife conservation and the ethics of trophy hunting. Following his death, many people advocated for stronger protections for lions and other endangered species, highlighting the importance of preserving their natural habitats and ecosystems.