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
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
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How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
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How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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