lions

where do lions live?

Lions live in prairies, semi-arid plains and Savannah grasslands within southern areas of the African continent.

•Male lions hardly ever hunt; this is the duty of the female lions. While the females kill most of the animals for the pride to feed on, male lions defend territory from other lion prides or nomadic male lions.

features

The males are responsible for defending

the pride's territory and protection of females

and cubs.

HUNTING!!!!!

Did you know only females hunt to feed her cubs!!!!!

Books or films with lions

Narnia,

Wizerd of OZ,

Tarzan,

Lion king,

Butterfly lion,

Lion Man,

and Born free

What do lions eat?

At over 400 pounds and 9 feet in length from head to tail.

Lions are carnivores, they eat meat: Buffalo, zebra, wildebeest and waterbuck make up the bulk of their diet, but lions will take a wide range of prey

lions

Male and Female

Males grow a large mane of dark coloured fur at around two years old.