Wildebeest, impala, other antelopes, giraffe , buffalo, wild hogs, and zebra are important prey species for lions. In order to increase their capability in taking over a pride and usurping resident males, male lions may form coalitions of two to four individuals. Coalitions may be formed by littermates, but also can include nonrelatives. Most adult male lions remain with a pride for only two years. 5- 9 and males are biggest and fittest between five and six.
Larger coalitions are likely to maintain tenure longer than small ones.
Their milk teeth erupt at 21-30 days. They are led to kills by their mother at 4-8 weeks. By the age of 7 weeks, they can keep up with the pride. Cubs don't participate in kills until eleven months and are fully dependent upon adults for food until 16 months. At birth cubs have a spotted coat and begin obtaining adult coloration at three months.