Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
At one time lions occurred in Europe and the Middle East. They became extinct in Israel in the 13th century, in Pakistan in the early 1840s, in Iraq in about 1914 and in Iran in 1941. They were once widespread in India, but the last remaining lions are the endangered group of less than 200 animals found in the Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary in the state of Gujarat.More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions scavenge?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are lions breeding habits?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
When do young lions become independent?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions have enemies?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions communicate well?
Can the female lion roar?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
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How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
When do young lions become independent?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What do cheetahs eat?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
Can the female lion roar?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
What is an Aardwolf?
What is an impala?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How fast can hyaena run?
How fast are cheetahs?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
What is a Honey Badger?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
When do hyaenas hunt?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Do Giraffes sleep?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
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