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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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Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?

Do lions eat carrion?

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What is the normal life span of a lion?

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At what age are lions sexually mature?

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When is the best time for spotting lion?

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How often do female lions produce cubs?

What are lions breeding habits?

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Do lions communicate well?

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