Jambo 🦁 Mammals
Lion
Panthera leo
Photo : Charles J. Sharp, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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KrugerRare
Masai MaraRare
AmboseliRare
TsavoRare
Points60 and up
The only cat that lives in groups: a pride often has 10 to 15 members.
Tracker tip
🎯 Lions sleep up to 20 hours a day. Look for them in the shade at midday, and on the move at dawn.
Where to see it
Kruger : rare · Masai Mara : rare · Amboseli : rare · Tsavo : rare
In the collections
It belongs to the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino) and the Cats (all the wild cats). Complete the collection in Jambo Tembo to earn a bonus.
FAQ
Where can I see a lion on safari?
The lion lives in all four parks covered by Jambo Tembo. It's easiest to spot in Kruger and Masai Mara and Amboseli and Tsavo (rare).
How do I recognise a lion?
The only cat that lives in groups: a pride often has 10 to 15 members. With Jambo Tembo, one photo is enough: the AI recognises it (Panthera leo) offline.