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 often become man eaters?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are lions breeding habits?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions have enemies?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Can lions swim?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Can lions climb trees?
When do young lions become independent?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions move around during the day?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do lions scavenge?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Serval endangered?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
What is an impala?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
What is a hippo?
What is an Aardwolf?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Are impalas endangered?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
How fast are cheetahs?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How often do elephants give birth?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
Do Suni have any predators?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions attack elephants?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
What do Elands eat?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
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