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 lion cub mortality high?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions have enemies?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions move around during the day?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What are lions breeding habits?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
When do young lions become independent?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Can lions swim?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions scavenge?
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How do Elephants Communicate?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
What is an Eland?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Are Warthogs fast?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do they attack other predators?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is a Honey Badger?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
What do impalas eat?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Are Suni endangered?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Do lions eat carrion?
How often do elephants give birth?
Are Suni social animals?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
How fast can Elands run?
Are Serval endangered?
Do porcupines have any predators?
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