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
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How do lions kill their prey?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are lions territorial?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions attack elephants?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Can lions swim?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions have enemies?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What do Elands eat?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What does a Serval look like?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do Suni have any predators?
Can lions climb trees?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
How fast can impalas run?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
Are cheetahs territorial?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Are Suni social animals?
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