A "pride of lions" refers to a social group of lions, typically consisting of several related females, their cubs, and a few males. This structure helps them cooperate in hunting and raising young, providing protection against threats. The females usually do most of the hunting, while the males defend the territory. Pride sizes can vary, often ranging from 5 to 30 lions. The female lions are usually the primary caregivers, while the male lions maintain dominance and protect the pride's territory from rival males. This social structure is essential for their survival in the wild.