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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.

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What are lions breeding habits?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

Are lions territorial?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

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Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Why do some males have black manes?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

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What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

Do lions move around during the day?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

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What is the size of the average lion litter?

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Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

Do lions have enemies?

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

Is lion cub mortality high?

Do lions communicate well?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

Do lions often become man eaters?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Are lions cannibalistic?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Do lions eat carrion?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

How large is the average lion pride?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Can lions climb trees?

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