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?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions move around during the day?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Can lions swim?
Do lions scavenge?
Why do some males have black manes?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions attack elephants?
Can the female lion roar?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Can lions climb trees?
Are lions territorial?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions have enemies?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions communicate well?
What are lions breeding habits?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What do Suni eat?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What is a Klipspringer?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What does a Serval look like?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
What is an Aardwolf?
Do lions communicate well?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions have enemies?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What do porcupines eat?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
Do Suni have any predators?
Can lions swim?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Do leopards roar?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
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