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How long do African Lions sleep on average?

Lions are nocturnal animals and need plenty of rest to help them hunt and get through their days, and therefore sleep an average of 15-20 hours a day.

More frequently asked questions on the Lion


Are the senses of a lion well developed?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

Can the female lion roar?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

When do young lions become independent?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

Are lions territorial?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

What are lions breeding habits?

Is lion cub mortality high?

Are lions cannibalistic?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

How do lions kill their prey?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

Do lions have enemies?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

Can lions climb trees?

Do lions move around during the day?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

Why do some males have black manes?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

Can lions swim?

How large is the average lion pride?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

Do lions eat carrion?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

Do lions often become man eaters?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

When is the best time for spotting lion?