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 are lions breeding habits?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Can lions climb trees?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions communicate well?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are lions territorial?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions eat carrion?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions move around during the day?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions have enemies?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
When do young lions become independent?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
How fast can impalas run?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
When do hyaenas hunt?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
Do Giraffes sleep?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Are impalas endangered?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Are hippos dangerous?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What do Elands look like?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
How do elephants use their tusks?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What do Elands eat?
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