Lions are large carnivorous cats that live in prides in the savanna and southern Sahara. They have manes, can be over 10 feet long, and have excellent eyesight. Lions hunt buffalo and other medium sized animals, and live in territories between 6 to 60 square miles. Their roars can be heard from over 5 miles away.

1. Lion By Max Brandt

2. Physical Features/Description has manes Is very strong Can be 10 feet Members of the cat family Has good eye sight

3. Habitat Lives in savanna Territories can be 6 to 60 square miles They live in hot places Can be found in shrub Also lives in southern Sahara

4. Diet/Behavior Lion’s eat buffalo A lion is very intelligent Can run 40 miles per our Attacks medium sized animals Cubs are blind first 6 days alive

5. Interesting Facts Lions are nearly extingted Their roars can be heard from 5 miles away Adult lions eat their own cubs!! They live in prides Prides are groups of lions

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