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 causes a lion to become a man eater?
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How often do female lions produce cubs?
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Can lions climb trees?
Do lions attack elephants?
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How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
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What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
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Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
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Are spotted hyenas endangered?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
How fast can cheetahs run?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
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