Hunting Lion In South Africa

About the Species

They are the largest cat in Africa. Young animals have dark rosettes and spots fading away as the animal matures. The male usually has a darker mane on its head, neck and shoulders. The coat is a short smooth tawny beige color, with a long tail and a black tuft of hair on the tip.

About the Hunt

Lions can be extremely dangerous when provoked or wounded. One must always consider the possibility of more Lions getting involved. The trophy quality is determined by the age, mane, size of the head and the overall size of the body. Both males and females make for great trophies, but a big maned male is regarded as the #1 trophy for many a hunter traveling to Africa.

Habitat

The only cats that form prides, each with an average of 12 members. Single nomadic lions are also seen. Mainly nocturnal, but are also active during the day especially at sunrise and sunset. Prides consist of one or more males (one of them dominant), a dominant female, other females and young lions.

Shoulder Height:  48 inches

Weight:  400 - 600 pounds