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 males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are lions territorial?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions communicate well?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Can lions climb trees?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions attack elephants?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions scavenge?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Can the female lion roar?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Can lions swim?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions have enemies?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is a Klipspringer?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How do Elephants Communicate?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
How big can hippos get?
How often do elephants give birth?
Can lions swim?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are cheetahs territorial?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are leopards territorial?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
What is a hippo?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is a Brown Hyena?
Are Porcupines rodents?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Do leopards mark their territories?
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