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
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Are lions territorial?
Can the female lion roar?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions attack elephants?
Can lions swim?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions move around during the day?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
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Do lions have enemies?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
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Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are lions breeding habits?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can lions climb trees?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
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How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
Do lions have enemies?
Can lions climb trees?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is a Honey Badger?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
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What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
When do young lions become independent?
What are lions breeding habits?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Are Serval endangered?
Are hippos dangerous?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
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