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Why do lions sleep so much?

If you’ve ever been to a wildlife park or big cat sanctuary, you may have wandered past the lion enclosure only to find the inhabitants fast asleep. Here, we investigate why lions sleep so much.

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Lion pride explained

When bedtime rolls around, kids love nothing better than to snuggle up with a story before they go to sleep. Here, we explain why lions live in prides and investigate how the dynamics of these social groups work.

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Lion cubs: Growing up in the wild

Lions are one of the world’s favourite big cats: proud, majestic creatures that dominate the savannah. Let’s take a look at what life is like for lion cubs growing up in the wild.

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How can we protect lions and their habitats?

Roaming the grasslands, savannahs and open woodlands of sub-Saharan Africa, lions are one of the most intriguing and majestic big cats. With that in mind, let’s take a look at the threats they face and how they are being protected.

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Channelling your inner lion: Lion’s breath and yoga

Lions are known for their agility, power and grace - and of course, for their impressive roar, which can travel up to five miles.

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Chuck Brown: The role of a puppet designer

Bringing Rachel Bright and Jim Field’s lion book, The Lion Inside to life required the skill and dedication of master puppet makers. Here, we take a look at Chuck Brown’s role in the process and her previous theatre credits.

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What do lions eat in the zoo?

Lions are known for their cautious stalking approach to hunting, and in the wild they primarily eat large mammals such as zebra, wildebeest, buffalo and antelope.

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Does the moon affect a lion’s behaviour

We often hear of the moon affecting various animals’ behaviour. Let’s delve into what happens on the plains of the Serengeti when the moon is full.

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Make Your Own Lion Finger Puppets

If you’re an artistic family and love getting creative with your children, making lion finger puppets could be a great way to spend quality time together. Here are some simple lion puppet instructions to follow:

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Why male lions have manes and what it means

Lions have a commanding presence which is in part enhanced by the males’ majestic manes. In the meantime, let’s take a closer look at lions’ manes and what they signify.

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