Lions are unusually social compared to other cats, living in groups called prides. They typically inhabit savanna and grassland, although they may take to bush and forest.
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Where you can see the African Lion
Longleat
Longleat Safari & Adventure Park, Warminster, United Kingdom
In 1966, Longleat became the first location outside Africa to open a drive-through Safari. Over 50 years on, Longleat remains one of the UK’s leading tourist attractions. Boasting animals, Elizabethan architecture, 900 acres of parkland, and easy access from the A350, A36 and A361 Longleat truly is the perfect choice for a day out. A trip to Longleat affords you the chance to … Read more
Africa Alive!
Africa Alive, White's Lane, Lowestoft, United Kingdom
Africa Alive! is an award winning animal park in Kessingland where you can experience the sights and sounds of Africa up close. On your visit you’ll see some of the planet’s rarest and most beautiful animals including lions, cheetahs, rhinos, fennec foxes and many more. Discover Animals is a small team dedicated to bringing you … Read more
Linton Zoo
Linton Zoological Gardens, Hadstock Road, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Linton Zoo has lots to see including Lion, Tigers, Snow Leopards, Tapir, Zebras, Red Kangaroo, Binturong, Owls, Toucans, Storks, Hornbills, Lemurs, Parrots, Giant Tortoises, Spiders and many others set in 18 acres of spectacular gardens; many featuring aviaries landscaped with rockeries and waterfalls. Linton Zoo also has a play area, keeper talks, animal feeds and … Read more
Wildheart Animal Sanctuary
Isle Of Wight Zoo, Sandown, United Kingdom
The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary is a family-run attraction with a special interest in big cats and Madagascan animals. It was built within the ruins of a Victorian Fort created to guard Sandown’s coast, which means it faces one of the Isle of Wight’s nicest beaches. Discover Animals is a small team dedicated to bringing you … Read more
Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo, Maldon Road, Stanway, United Kingdom
As you step inside Colchester Zoo you are transported into a world full of magnificent animals waiting to be discovered. Learn about the animals as you see them up close and why not watch one of many daily displays. You even get the opportunity to feed the elephants and giraffes yourself and take a ride … Read more
Longleat
In 1966, Longleat became the first location outside Africa to open a drive-through Safari. Over 50 years on, Longleat remains one of the UK’s leading tourist attractions. Boasting animals, Elizabethan architecture, 900 acres of parkland, and easy access from the A350, A36 and A361 Longleat truly is the perfect choice for a day out. A trip to Longleat affords you the chance to … Read more
Africa Alive!
Africa Alive! is an award winning animal park in Kessingland where you can experience the sights and sounds of Africa up close. On your visit you’ll see some of the planet’s rarest and most beautiful animals including lions, cheetahs, rhinos, fennec foxes and many more. Discover Animals is a small team dedicated to bringing you … Read more
Linton Zoo
Linton Zoo has lots to see including Lion, Tigers, Snow Leopards, Tapir, Zebras, Red Kangaroo, Binturong, Owls, Toucans, Storks, Hornbills, Lemurs, Parrots, Giant Tortoises, Spiders and many others set in 18 acres of spectacular gardens; many featuring aviaries landscaped with rockeries and waterfalls. Linton Zoo also has a play area, keeper talks, animal feeds and … Read more
Wildheart Animal Sanctuary
The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary is a family-run attraction with a special interest in big cats and Madagascan animals. It was built within the ruins of a Victorian Fort created to guard Sandown’s coast, which means it faces one of the Isle of Wight’s nicest beaches. Discover Animals is a small team dedicated to bringing you … Read more
Colchester Zoo
As you step inside Colchester Zoo you are transported into a world full of magnificent animals waiting to be discovered. Learn about the animals as you see them up close and why not watch one of many daily displays. You even get the opportunity to feed the elephants and giraffes yourself and take a ride … Read more