Which habitat to lions prefer?
They favour open woodland, open grassland savanna and thick bush and scrub. They tend to avoid true desert and rainforest. In the Kruger they occur mainly in the central plains where there is an abundance of prey species.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
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Do lions have a social hierarchy?
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How fast can impalas run?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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Are young adults expelled from the pride?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
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