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 have enemies?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions move around during the day?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions communicate well?
What are lions breeding habits?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How large is the average lion pride?
Can lions climb trees?
Are lions territorial?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
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Is the cheetah a true cat?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
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What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
How do Elephants Communicate?
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Do they attack other predators?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
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When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
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What is the potential life span of a leopard?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
When do hyaenas hunt?
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What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
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