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
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Can lions climb trees?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What are lions breeding habits?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
When do young lions become independent?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are lions territorial?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Why do some males have black manes?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Can lions swim?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions move around during the day?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions attack elephants?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions have enemies?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
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Are Warthogs fast?
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When do hyaenas hunt?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
What is an impala?
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What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
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What is a Honey Badger?
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Can elephant tusks grow back?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Do lions eat carrion?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
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How fast can hyaena run?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
What do impalas eat?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are leopards territorial?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
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