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
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
How large is the average lion pride?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Can lions climb trees?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What are lions breeding habits?
Are lions territorial?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Can the female lion roar?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions attack elephants?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
How do lions kill their prey?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Are Elands dangerous?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How do Elephants Communicate?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
Do lions move around during the day?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
What are lions breeding habits?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Are Porcupines rodents?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
Are impalas endangered?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Can lions swim?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
How fast can Elands run?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
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