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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


Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Can lions swim?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

Do lions attack elephants?

Do lions often become man eaters?

What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

When do young lions become independent?

Why do some males have black manes?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

Do lions scavenge?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Do lions eat carrion?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Are lions territorial?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

Do lions have enemies?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

Can lions climb trees?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

What are lions breeding habits?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?

Can the female lion roar?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?