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
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Can lions climb trees?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How large is the average lion pride?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions move around during the day?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How do lions kill their prey?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
When do young lions become independent?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions communicate well?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Can lions swim?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
What do Suni eat?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
What is a Serval?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Do Giraffes sleep?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How fast can impalas run?
Why do some males have black manes?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Are hippos dangerous?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Can the female lion roar?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Are leopards territorial?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
How fast are cheetahs?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
What is a Klipspringer?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
What does a Serval look like?
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