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 territorial?
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When is the best time for spotting lion?
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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Do all male lions possess a mane?
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Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions eat carrion?
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What is the normal life span of a lion?
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Do they attack other predators?
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Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
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When do leopard cubs become independent?
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Do elephants have good memories?
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What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
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Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Are hippos dangerous?
What do Elands look like?
How large is the average lion pride?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
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