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Surprising Animal Facts: 19 Things You Didn’t Know About Wildlife

Lions: The Sleepy Kings of the Jungle


Lazy Kings: Male Lions Snooze for 20 Hours a Day
When you think of lions, you might picture ferocious, powerful predators always on the prowl. However, male lions are some of the laziest animals on the savannah, spending up to 20 hours a day sleeping! These big cats conserve their energy for brief periods of intense activity, such as defending their pride’s territory and mating. Who knew the king of the jungle was such a snooze button enthusiast?

Huntress Queens: Female Lions Do the Hunting
Contrary to the fierce image of male lions, it’s the lionesses that do most of the hunting. These skilled huntresses work together to bring down prey, using teamwork and strategy to secure meals for the pride. While the males may be known for their majestic manes and powerful roars, it’s the females who ensure the pride doesn’t go hungry. Talk about girl power!

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