Photos : This is why lions are considered the king of the jungle
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Lions 
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They are called King of the Jungle because of their raw power and strength 
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The lion's main habitat is in Central Africa 
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Up until the 19th century lions were also commonly found in Asia 
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Lions can only mate with consent of the lioness 
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Lions are raised at the heart of the pride from 4 weeks old 
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Male lions sometimes take care of their own young 
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Only dominant lions are allowed to mate 
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A lioness looks after her young until they reach maturity 
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Male lions hunt very little 
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Lionesses are generally much more skilled at hunting 
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Two lions having a drink 
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It is the lioness who initiates mating 
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Male lions do not hesitate to drive out their young once fully grown 
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Lions communicate through growls and roars 
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There is a type of lion known as the 'white lion' 