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?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Can lions swim?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions attack elephants?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Why do some males have black manes?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions communicate well?
Can the female lion roar?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions scavenge?
Can lions climb trees?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
When do young lions become independent?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
What do Elands look like?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
How big are porcupines?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
How big do Serval get?
What is a Brown Hyena?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Do leopards roar?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
What is an impala?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
When do young lions become independent?
What does a Serval eat?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
How fast can hyaena run?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
What do Elands eat?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
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