Conservationists mourn natural death of Kenyan lion Scarface

Lion famous for his gnarly face and exceptional mane was celebrated for long reign at top of many prides

It is seldom a death at 14 is celebrated with awe, but for conservationists, the passing of Scarface of natural causes marked a remarkable end for the most famous lion in the world.

With its death, the Mara has lost yet another iconic lion," said the Nation newspaper, with the Kenyan Wildlife Service reporting he died in peace without any disturbance from vehicles or hyenas".