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 communicate well?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What are lions breeding habits?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions move around during the day?
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions attack elephants?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How do lions kill their prey?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
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What speed can a lion reach when charging?
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What is the size of the average lion litter?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Can lions swim?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions scavenge?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How large is the average lion pride?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions have enemies?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are lions territorial?
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Is the cheetah a true cat?
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Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
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Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
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Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
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What is a Blue wildebeest?
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Do other predators prey upon leopard?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
What is a Klipspringer?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
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When do hyaenas hunt?
Are Servals social animals?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
How fast can Elands run?
What is a hippo?
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