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 speed can a lion reach when charging?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Can lions swim?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions have enemies?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
When do young lions become independent?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Can the female lion roar?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
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Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
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What do porcupines eat?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What is a Klipspringer?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
How fast are cheetahs?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
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Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
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How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions attack elephants?
What does a Serval eat?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What is a Suni?
Do elephants have good memories?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
How do lions kill their prey?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
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