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
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions have enemies?
Are lions territorial?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions scavenge?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Can lions swim?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions attack elephants?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How do lions kill their prey?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are lions breeding habits?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Why do some males have black manes?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
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What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What is a hippo?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How large is the average lion pride?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
How do Elephants Communicate?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
How big are porcupines?
When do young lions become independent?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
How fast can Elands run?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
Do Giraffes sleep?
Are Servals social animals?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
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