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
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions eat carrion?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How large is the average lion pride?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Can the female lion roar?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions move around during the day?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Can lions climb trees?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions communicate well?
Why do some males have black manes?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What are lions breeding habits?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Can lions swim?
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What is the breeding season for impalas?
What do Elands look like?
What do Suni eat?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Do lions attack elephants?
Can the female lion roar?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
How do Elephants Communicate?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Do baboons migrate?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are Servals social animals?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
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