What speed can a lion reach when charging?
A lion is deceptively fast over a short distance. Claims of up to 80 km/h have been made but not yet proven. This seems rather fast for an animal the size of a lion with its relatively short legs and bulky body. Shorter sprints of 40 to 60 km/h would be more realistic.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
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Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How large is the average lion pride?
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How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
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