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
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
When do young lions become independent?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How do lions kill their prey?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions eat carrion?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions attack elephants?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions have enemies?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions communicate well?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
What do hippos eat?
Can lions swim?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Can lions climb trees?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What does a Serval look like?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What do Elands look like?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
How big can hippos get?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Why do some males have black manes?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
What is an impala?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
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