SearchSkip to content


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 attack elephants?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

How do lions kill their prey?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

Do lions have enemies?

What are lions breeding habits?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

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

Can lions climb trees?

Can lions swim?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

Why do some males have black manes?

When do young lions become independent?

Is lion cub mortality high?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

Do lions eat carrion?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

Do lions scavenge?

How large is the average lion pride?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

Are lions territorial?

Can the female lion roar?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

Do lions move around during the day?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Do lions often become man eaters?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?

How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?

Are porcupines dangerous to humans?

Is leopard cub mortality high?

What do Klipspringers eat?

Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?

Can porcupines shoot their quills?

Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?

Can lions swim?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Do lions move around during the day?

Do elephants have a dominant tusk?

How do lions kill their prey?

What is the breeding season for impalas?

What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?

Are cheetahs solitary animals?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

How much does a leopard eat per day?

Why are leopards so seldom seen?

What does a Serval eat?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?

Can lions climb trees?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Are Servals social animals?

Are Porcupines rodents?

What do Elands look like?

Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?

What is the lifespan of an impala?

How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?

How far can cheetah run at top speed?

When do hyaenas hunt?

How fast can cheetahs run?