Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
At one time lions occurred in Europe and the Middle East. They became extinct in Israel in the 13th century, in Pakistan in the early 1840s, in Iraq in about 1914 and in Iran in 1941. They were once widespread in India, but the last remaining lions are the endangered group of less than 200 animals found in the Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary in the state of Gujarat.More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions communicate well?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
How large is the average lion pride?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions scavenge?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What are lions breeding habits?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Can lions climb trees?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Can lions swim?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions attack elephants?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How do lions kill their prey?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions have enemies?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What is a Honey Badger?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
What do Elands look like?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Are impalas endangered?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Can the female lion roar?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
What is a Serval?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
How fast can hyaena run?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What do hippos eat?
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