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
How often do female lions produce cubs?
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How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
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What is an Aardwolf?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
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