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
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Why do some males have black manes?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Can lions swim?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Can lions climb trees?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions communicate well?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How do lions kill their prey?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are lions territorial?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
Do lions communicate well?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
How big are porcupines?
How do Elephants Communicate?
What do Suni eat?
Can the female lion roar?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Do lions attack elephants?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
Are Suni endangered?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Are lions territorial?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can lions swim?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do Suni have any predators?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do they attack other predators?
What do Elands look like?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
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