Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
There are records of lions that have been killed by sable antelope, kudu, African buffalo, giraffes, snakes and even porcupines. When a lion attempts to kill a porcupine, quills may become lodged in its mouth or paws, causing eventual death from infection or starvation.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Is lion cub mortality high?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are lions territorial?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Can lions climb trees?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can lions swim?
How large is the average lion pride?
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Do lions scavenge?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
When do young lions become independent?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
What is a Brown Hyena?
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How do lions kill their prey?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Do lions eat carrion?
What do cheetahs eat?
Can lions swim?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
Do leopards mark their territories?
How do Elephants Communicate?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
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When do young lions become independent?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is an Aardwolf?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Do leopards roar?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
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Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
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How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
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