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 lions often become man eaters?
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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Can lions swim?
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Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
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Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
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Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
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What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
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Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
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