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 female lions secure food for their cubs?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Can lions climb trees?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
When do young lions become independent?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions scavenge?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions move around during the day?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How large is the average lion pride?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Why do some males have black manes?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Can lions swim?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions attack elephants?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
How fast can cheetahs run?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What do cheetahs eat?
What do Suni eat?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Are Warthogs fast?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
What do hippos eat?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
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