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 lions kill only when they are hungry?
Can the female lion roar?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions have enemies?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are lions territorial?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions communicate well?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions move around during the day?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
When do young lions become independent?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Can lions climb trees?
Can lions swim?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions attack elephants?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How do elephants use their tusks?
When do young lions become independent?
What do Klipspringers eat?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
How big do Serval get?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Do Suni have any predators?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
What do cheetahs eat?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What do Elands eat?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How fast can Elands run?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
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