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Are lion, tiger and wolf halal?

Quick answer Scholars differ

Lion, tiger and wolf are debated in the Maliki school and haram in the Hanafi, Shafi'i, Hanbali and Ja'fari schools.

Also asked as: “Can Muslims eat lion, tiger and wolf?” · “Are lion, tiger and wolf haram?” · “Are lion, tiger and wolf halal in the Hanafi school?”

Ruling by school of thought

School of thoughtRuling
HanafiHaram
Shafi'iHaram
MalikiScholars differ
HanbaliHaram
Ja'fari (Shia)Haram

Predators with fangs are forbidden according to the majority, based on the hadith prohibiting every animal with fangs. Some Maliki scholars consider them disliked.

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