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
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What are lions breeding habits?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can lions swim?
Do lions communicate well?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions have enemies?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are lions territorial?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions attack elephants?
Can the female lion roar?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions move around during the day?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
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Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
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What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
What is an impala?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do they attack other predators?
What is a hippo?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
What do Klipspringers eat?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
What does a Serval eat?
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What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Are Suni social animals?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
What do cheetahs eat?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Are Warthogs fast?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
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