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
Why do some males have black manes?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can lions swim?
Can lions climb trees?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions have enemies?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
When do young lions become independent?
How do lions kill their prey?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Can the female lion roar?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Do lions communicate well?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How big do Serval get?
Do elephants have good memories?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What does a Serval look like?
How fast can impalas run?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are Serval endangered?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
How fast can cheetahs run?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
Do lions move around during the day?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
What is a Serval?
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