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
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
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What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Can the female lion roar?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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Do lions often become man eaters?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Can lions swim?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
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Can lions climb trees?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions have enemies?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions move around during the day?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
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When is the best time for spotting lion?
What do Aardwolves eat?
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What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
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