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 lions scavenge?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions communicate well?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Why do some males have black manes?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions eat carrion?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions have enemies?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions move around during the day?
Can lions swim?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are lions breeding habits?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How large is the average lion pride?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are lions cannibalistic?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How big do Serval get?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
What do Elands eat?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What does a Serval look like?
How big do Klipspringers get?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do baboons migrate?
How big are porcupines?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
What do hippos eat?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
How long do Suni live?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How big can hippos get?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
Do leopards mark their territories?
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