12 Simple Facts About Lions

Hi! These are easy facts about lions for a 7-year-old. Read one at a time and have fun learning.

1. Lions are big cats. They are one of the largest members of the cat family.
2. Male lions have manes. The mane is the thick hair around a male's head and neck that makes him look bigger.
3. Lions live in groups called prides. A pride is like a family that lives, plays, and hunts together.
4. Female lions do most of the hunting. Lionesses hunt together to catch food for the pride.
5. Lions eat meat. They hunt animals such as zebras, antelopes, and sometimes smaller animals.
6. Lions can roar very loudly. Their roar can be heard far away and helps them talk to other lions.
7. Lions sleep a lot. They can sleep or rest up to about 20 hours a day to save energy for hunting.
8. Lion cubs are born with spots. The spots help hide them; the spots fade as they grow older.
9. Lions live in Africa and a small part of Asia. They usually live in grasslands and savannas where there is room to hunt.
10. Lions can run fast but not for long. They sprint quickly to catch prey but get tired if they run too far.
11. Lions mark their territory. They use scent and roaring to tell other animals to stay away.
12. Some lions are endangered. People help lions by protecting their homes and keeping them safe.

Try this activity: draw a lion or practice your best lion roar and tell a friend one of these facts!