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 often do female lions produce cubs?
How do lions kill their prey?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What are lions breeding habits?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How large is the average lion pride?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions communicate well?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions eat carrion?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Can lions swim?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions have enemies?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Can the female lion roar?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Are cheetahs territorial?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Are Suni endangered?
What is a hippo?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
How big are porcupines?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Are Warthogs fast?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
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