Are lions and tigers part of the feline family?

Yes, lions and tigers are both part of the Felidae family. They are even in the same genus, Panthera, which means they are very closely related.

Here's a breakdown:

* Order: Carnivora

* Family: Felidae

* Genus: Panthera

* Species:

* Lion: *Panthera leo*

* Tiger: *Panthera tigris*

So, while they are distinct species, they share a common ancestry and belong to the same family and genus.