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
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
When do young lions become independent?
How large is the average lion pride?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How do lions kill their prey?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions have enemies?
Can the female lion roar?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
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?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Can lions climb trees?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are lions territorial?
What are lions breeding habits?
Can lions swim?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Are Servals social animals?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What do Suni eat?
Are impalas endangered?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
What is a Brown Hyena?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What is a Suni?
Do lions have enemies?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do lions move around during the day?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
Are leopards territorial?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
What do porcupines eat?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
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