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
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions move around during the day?
How do lions kill their prey?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions have enemies?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions communicate well?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can lions swim?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are lions breeding habits?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
When do hyaenas hunt?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
How do lions kill their prey?
What is an Aardwolf?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
What do Elands look like?
What is a Klipspringer?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Serval endangered?
How fast can Elands run?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
Do you want to test your knowledge on the animals of the Kruger National Park?