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
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions communicate well?
Can the female lion roar?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions move around during the day?
Why do some males have black manes?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions scavenge?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
When do young lions become independent?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Can lions swim?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are lions territorial?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions attack elephants?
How do lions kill their prey?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
What is a Klipspringer?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
What do impalas eat?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
How do Elephants Communicate?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Why do some males have black manes?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How fast can hyaena run?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
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