African Lion

African Lion

Animal Planet: Safari Animals

Series 2

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Lions usually live in groups called "prides" which are usually made up of around 15 lions. In the pride, the females do the hunting for the group and the males are the first to eat. A lion's roar can be heard from as far as 5 miles away!

Class: Mammal
Origin: Sub-Saharan Africa and India's Gir Forest
Size: 4.5 to 6.5 ft (1.4 to 2 m)
Weight: 265 to 420 lbs (120 to 191 kg)
Diet: Antelopes, Zebras, Wildebeest, and other large animals
Lifespan: 15 to 18 years
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Fun Facts About The African Lion...

Did You Know...?

Lions are the only cats that live in groups, which are called prides.

Did You Know...?

A Lions roar can be heard over five miles away!

Did You Know...?

Females do almost all of the hunting. They are mainly nocturnal and work in teams to stalk and ambush prey.

Did You Know...?

Lions are the second largest living feline species, second only to the tiger.