Planet Zoo 2 Lion
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Lion in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Lion requirements
| Continent | Africa |
|---|---|
| Biome | Grassland |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 810 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 110 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 10 m² |
| Temperature | 14 to 41 °C |
| Group size | 2–30 |
| Barrier | Grade 3, at least 3 m high, climb-proof |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | No, returning from the first Planet Zoo |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Vulnerable |
At 810 m² of land, the Lion needs more land than 84% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Lion space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (30 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 30 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 810 m² | 110 m² | 4000 m² |
Shelter: 10 m² per animal.
Lion barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 3 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 3 m |
| Climb-proof | Yes, the barrier must stop climbing |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Lion species facts
| Class | Mammal (Mammalia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (shoulder height) | male 1.23 m, female 1.07 m |
Setup checklist for a Lion habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Lion as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 810 m², plus Land 110 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 3 barrier at least 3 m high, climb-proof.
- Keep the temperature within 14 to 41 °C and theme the area as Grassland.
- Plan a group of 2 to 30 animals.
Animals that can live with the Lion
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Lion, and no other species lists it. Plan it a habitat of its own.
Compare with
Put the Lion next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Aardvark, African Leopard, African Penguin, African Savannah Elephant.
FAQ
How much space does a Lion need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 810 m² for the Lion, plus Land 110 m² for each additional animal, and 10 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does a Lion need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Lion needs a temperature of 14 to 41 °C and a group size of 2–30, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Lion in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Lion, and no other species lists it.