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
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Can lions swim?
Do lions scavenge?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions have enemies?
When do young lions become independent?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions eat carrion?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are lions territorial?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions attack elephants?
What are lions breeding habits?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What is an Eland?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What do Klipspringers eat?
When do hyaenas hunt?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
How big can hippos get?
Are Servals social animals?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is a Suni?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
Are Warthogs fast?
Do you want to test your knowledge on the animals of the Kruger National Park?