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
How large is the average lion pride?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Can lions climb trees?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions scavenge?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Why do some males have black manes?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions attack elephants?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions eat carrion?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions have enemies?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are lions territorial?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions communicate well?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are lions cannibalistic?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Why do some males have black manes?
How fast can impalas run?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
How fast are cheetahs?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What do Aardwolves eat?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Are hippos dangerous?
Are Elands dangerous?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Are Servals social animals?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
What is a Honey Badger?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do porcupines have any predators?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
Are Warthogs fast?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
How fast can hyaena run?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Can the female lion roar?
How big do Klipspringers get?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
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