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?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions have enemies?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
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Are lions cannibalistic?
How large is the average lion pride?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
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Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Can the female lion roar?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions eat carrion?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Can lions swim?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions move around during the day?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What are lions breeding habits?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
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Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are hippos dangerous?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Are Elands dangerous?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
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What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
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What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
How big do Serval get?
Are Suni social animals?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
How big can hippos get?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What do Elands eat?
How large is the average lion pride?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
What is a Honey Badger?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
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