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
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions move around during the day?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions have enemies?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are lions territorial?
When do young lions become independent?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Can lions climb trees?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions scavenge?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Can the female lion roar?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Can lions swim?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What are lions breeding habits?
Are lions cannibalistic?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do Suni have any predators?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are hippos dangerous?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
What do Suni eat?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What do cheetahs eat?
What is a Serval?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Do elephants have good memories?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Can lions climb trees?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Do lions scavenge?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
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