10 amazing LION Facts

LIONS ARE THE SECOND LARGEST SPECIES OF BIG CAT

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Lions can reach speeds of 81 KPH

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The average male lion weighs about 400 pounds (180 kg)

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FemaLE LIONS WEIGH ABOUT 290 POUNDS (230 KG)

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The heaviest lion weighed about 826 pounds(375 kg)

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A lion's roar can be heard from 8 km away

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Lions are more active at night

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lions live for an average of 12 years IN THE WILD

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IN CAPTIVITY THEY LIVE UP TO 25 YEARS

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HYBRID OF A LION AND TIGER IS A LIGER OR TIGON

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