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 causes a lion to become a man eater?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are lions territorial?
Can the female lion roar?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Can lions swim?
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How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions eat carrion?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How do lions kill their prey?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions have enemies?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
Are lions territorial?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What does a Serval eat?
Do leopards mark their territories?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Are lions cannibalistic?
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Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What do hippos eat?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How fast can cheetahs run?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
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