Researchers have just completed the first park-wide census of lions in the Kruger Park and they estimate ther are about 1600 lions in the reserve. Lion density is related to the number of animals available to eat, which depends on the amount of vegetation available, which in turn depends on the soil and rainfall. 98% of the lions were in good condition, and the sex and age ratios are the same as those recoded in the 1970's before bovine tuberculosis is believed to have entered the park.
More lions were found on the richer basaltic soils and in the south of the park where there is higher rainfall. A good reason to stay at Khumbula iAfrica when visiting the Kruger Park, as it is by far the most cost effective, high-quality accommodation bordering the Southern Kruger Park.
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