Facts About Lions

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Lions, the majestic rulers of the African savannah, are iconic symbols of strength, courage, and royalty. These magnificent big cats boast a range of fascinating traits and behaviors that set them apart. Here are some captivating facts about lions that provide insight into their captivating world.

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Did you know that roaring is a distinctive vocalization of lions, serving as a means of communication within the pride and asserting their presence in the vast African plains. Despite their regal status, lions face various conservation challenges, and their populations have been significantly impacted in recent years.

These facts offer a glimpse into the captivating world of lions, revealing the intricate dynamics and extraordinary adaptations of these awe-inspiring creatures. If you love learning new facts about animals be sure to check out our facts about owls!

Facts About Lions

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  • Most lions live in Africa.
  • Lions’ cubs start off with spotted fur
  • Lion babies are called cubs
  • Lions can drink water from plants.
  • A mountain lion is not a lion, but hybrid lions exist.
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  • Lion’s roar is so loud you can hear it five miles away
  • Lions are the symbol of strength.
  • Lions are part of the big cat family and are the second largest big cat after the tiger
  • Males lions live up to age 10 to 12
  • Female lions live up to age 14 to 15
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  • Though in captivity, they can live for 20 to 25 years
  • They are social cats and will play with one another; they love chasing each other and love to play keep away from one another
  • Lions create really close bonds with one other
  • Play is also used to learn hunting skills and stalking skills
  • A group of lions is called a pride
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  • A pride can have up to 30 lions
  • Lions will create a border around their territory using their pee
  • Lions can sleep up to 20 hours per day
  • Lions can swim, but they really do not enjoy it
  • They will swim if they need to cross rivers/streams during a hunt.
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  • Lions have remarkable eyes in order to be able to see well in the middle of the night
  • They do have a keen sense of smell as well.
  • Lions hunt best during storms.
  • When a lion feels threatened or angry, they sweep its tail from side to side
  • Lions are very loyal animals to their family; this does not mean their biological family; their loyalty lies within their pride.
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  • Lions learn by watching first and then doing
  • Lions can jump up to 36 feet laterally and 12 feet vertically
  • Lions have powerful back legs that help them jump and pounce
  • Female lions are the ones that usually are the ones that kill their prey
  • The male lions eat first
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  • Lions use their roar to communicate with one another; it helps share their locations
  • They also use their roar to show off or try to intimidate one another
  • Lions can not purr
  • Lions can and do climb trees, it is great to use as a viewing point and cool down from the heat
  • When facing a lion, do not run; stand still and face the animal. Running makes them want to chase.
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  • Lions do smile when they are happy
  • Lions will protect one another 
  • Lions will roar together and are the only big cat that will roar with their pride. 
  • They can have a roaring sequence of up to 40 seconds. 
  • When hunting, they all have specific roles to follow.
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  • The tongues have super sharp pointed rasps on it called papillae that help them scrap meat off the bones of their food.
  • Males’ manes grow more majestic. The older they get, they get bigger and fluffier.
  • Male lions use their manes to attract female lions. 
  • Female loins are called a lioness. 
  • Both female and male lions protect the pack. 
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  • Mane also helps protect the male lion’s neck from any injuries. 
  • Males guard the pride territory and cubs when the female go and hunt for food.
  • Lions’ favorite meals are usually the medium sizes animals like wildebeest, deer, and zebra.
  • The bones of their prey it what helps them keep their teeth and mouth clean. 
  • Males lions are bigger than the lioness.
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  • Lions live in Asia as well, but the majority of them live in Africa. 
  • Lions give birth to anywhere from one to four babies at a time.
  •  Lions run up to speeds of 80 km/h
  • A male lion can weigh up to an average 400 pounds. 
  • Female lions can weigh up to an average of 300 pounds.
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  • There have been lions that have to weigh over 800 pounds.
  • Lions prefer to be more active in night rather than during the day. 
  • There is such a thing as a lion and a tiger, it is called a tigon. 
  • Lions’ nickname is “king of the jungle.”
  • Lions prefer to live in grassland and rocky hills; they are adapted to the dry. 
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  • Living in dry areas helps them camouflage in with their surroundings.
  •  The oldest lion record to live is 29 years young.
  • Lion are mammals 
  • Lions give live birth. 
  • Females live to provide and produce milk for their young (cubs)
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  • Lions are a part of the feline family. 
  • Lions do have the same personality traits as a domestic cats as well as features. 
  • Lions love to sunbathe. 
  • Lions are fast at short speeds rather than long distances.
  • Lions have 30 teeth. 
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  • Loins teeth are made up of incisors, molars, and of course, extremely sharp canines in the front and on the sides.
  • Lioness stays pregnant for about 110 days. 
  • In the wild, they will only have one baby every two years.
  • Lions are carnivores meaning they eat lots and lots of meat.

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