Size: Probably the size of the modern African Lion

Habitat:
 Probably grassy plains and open woodland.

Prey:
Probably ate ancient horses, and buffalo, antelope, deer, and carrion.

Conservation Status:
Became extinct around 11,000 years ago.

Distribution:
North and South America

Notable Features:

• It was not made to run fast or very far. It had very powerful, short front legs and a short tail. It used stealth and ambush to capture prey, rather than speed.
• There is evidence that they were social animals. They Probably lived in packs to provide for the old and sick.
• Their teeth were used to tear up bellies of prey.
• Fossils were found in Racho La Brea

Types:

• Smilodon Fatalis: 7 inch canines.
• Homotherium Serum: 4 inch canines.