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
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions communicate well?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions scavenge?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions attack elephants?
How do lions kill their prey?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Can lions swim?
Can the female lion roar?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How large is the average lion pride?
When do young lions become independent?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Can lions climb trees?
Why do some males have black manes?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What do cheetahs eat?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
How big are porcupines?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Are leopards territorial?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
How big do Serval get?
Do elephants have good memories?
Do lions have enemies?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
What do impalas eat?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
Are Suni endangered?
Do lions communicate well?
How fast are cheetahs?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
What do hippos eat?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How often do elephants give birth?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What do Elands eat?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
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