What speed can a lion reach when charging?
A lion is deceptively fast over a short distance. Claims of up to 80 km/h have been made but not yet proven. This seems rather fast for an animal the size of a lion with its relatively short legs and bulky body. Shorter sprints of 40 to 60 km/h would be more realistic.
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What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
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Are young adults expelled from the pride?
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What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions have enemies?
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Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Is lion cub mortality high?
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