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
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Why do some males have black manes?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
When do young lions become independent?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Can the female lion roar?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are lions territorial?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions attack elephants?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
What do porcupines eat?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Are hippos dangerous?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Are impalas endangered?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
How big do Serval get?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Do baboons migrate?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What do Elands eat?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
When do young lions become independent?
How big can hippos get?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are Servals social animals?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
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