If you love lions, perhaps you’re a bit of an expert on these majestic big cats. You may have learned lots about them from a lion book or watched a nature documentary about them on the TV. Why not put your knowledge to the test with our ultimate lion quiz?

1. Where do most of the world’s lions live?

1. Africa
2. Europe
3. Australia

2. What is a family of lions called?

1. A herd
2. A pod
3. A pride

3. Why do male lions have a mane?

1. To be fashionable
2. To attract mates
3. To stay warm

4. When do lions hunt?

1. In the daytime
2. At night
3. At twilight and at night

5. How far can a lion’s roar be heard?

1. 5 miles
2. 10 miles
3. 20 miles

6. What is a lion’s typical habitat?

1. Grasslands and savannahs
2. Tropical forests
3. Swamps and wetlands

7. How long do lion cubs stay with their mums?

1. 6 - 12 months
2. 18 - 24 months
3. 30 - 36 months

8. What is a male lion who is surviving on his own called?

1. A wanderer
2. A loner
3. A nomad

9. What do lions do to bond?

1. Fight each other
2. Gossip
3. Rub heads

10. What is a key difference between African and Asiatic lions?

1. Asiatic lions are smaller
2. African lions are smaller
3. African lions have better haircuts

11. How long do lions sleep for each day?

1. 5 - 8 hours
2. 10 - 14 hours
3. 16 - 20 hours

12. What is the African lion’s main competitor for prey?

1. Zebras
2. Spotted hyenas
3. Crocodiles

13. What pattern do lion cubs have on their fur?

1. Spots
2. Stripes
3. Swirls

14. Why do lions roar?

1. To destress
2. To defend their territory
3. To scare their prey

15. How many lions are left in the wild?

1. 12,000 - 16,000
2. 20,000 - 24,000
3. 28,000 - 32,000

How did you score?

0-5: Uh oh. It seems you may not know your lions from your lemurs. It’s time to brush up on your big cat facts if you’re going to be a true safari expert. 

6-10: You know quite a lot about lions, but there’s some room for improvement. Keep studying hard and you’ll be ready to impress all your friends with your knowledge. 

11-15: Wow, you really are a safari expert! Your lion learning has been a roaring success - keep it up.

See The Lion Inside on stage

If you’re a fan of Rachel Bright and Jim Field’s The Lion Inside book, don’t miss the stage show, which is touring the UK this summer. Packed with songs, dancing and enchanting puppetry, it brings to life this popular lion story book and teaches kids about confidence, self-esteem and finding their roar. The show is perfect for ages three and up, being specifically created for children. Book your tickets today and join the adventure.