Lions are the only big cats that live in family groups, called prides — usually a few related lionesses, their cubs, and one or two males. Teamwork is their secret weapon: lionesses hunt together like a well-practiced sports team, while males guard the territory.
📋 Lion at a glance
⚡ Superpower
A lion's roar is so loud it can be heard up to 5 miles away — it's how prides say "this is OUR home!"
🤩 Amazing Lion facts
A lion's roar can be heard up to 5 miles (8 km) away.
❓ Common questions about lions
How big is a lion?
Up to 420 lb (190 kg). A lion's roar can be heard up to 5 miles (8 km) away.
Where do lions live?
Lions live in the wild: african savannas & grasslands. They are wild animals and are never kept as pets.
How long do lions live?
Lions typically live 10–14 years in the wild.
Can you keep a lion as a pet?
No — Lions are wild animals that belong in the wild (african savannas & grasslands), and keeping one would be unsafe and usually illegal. The closest pet you can actually keep is a cat — see our care guide.
Could you keep a lion as a pet?
No — lions are wild animals that belong in the wild, and keeping one would be unsafe and almost always illegal. But if lions are your favorite, here's the closest pet you actually can welcome home:
Meet the CatBecause a lion is just a giant, wild cousin of the house cat.
See care guide →
🎬 See lions in action
Watch kid-friendly videos about lions on YouTube.
▶ Watch Lion videos on YouTube