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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.

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When is the best time for spotting lion?

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How large is the average lion pride?

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How often do female lions produce cubs?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

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