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 the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions communicate well?
Is lion cub mortality high?
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What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions have enemies?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
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Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
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Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Can lions swim?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions move around during the day?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
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How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
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Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
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How fast can cheetahs run?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
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Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
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