Lions
BY ALEXANDER EARLE
Introduction
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Fun Facts About Lions
1 Lions are the second largest big cat species in the world (behind tigers)
2 Average male lion weighs around 180 kg (400 lb) while the average female lion weighs around 130 kg (290 lb).
3 The heaviest lion on record weighed an amazing 375 kg (826 lb).
4 Lions can reach speeds of up to 81 kph (50 mph) but only in short bursts because of a lack of stamina.
5 The roar of a lion can be heard from 8 kilometers (5.0 miles) away.
6 Most lions found in the wild live in southern and eastern parts of Africa.
7 Lions in the wild can live for around 12 years.