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
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What are the normal causes of death in lions?
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At what age are lions sexually mature?
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Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
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