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 males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions have enemies?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How large is the average lion pride?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions communicate well?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions scavenge?
What are lions breeding habits?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions eat carrion?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
How do lions kill their prey?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Can lions swim?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Do baboons migrate?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Can the female lion roar?
Do Giraffes sleep?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
Can lions climb trees?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
What do cheetahs eat?
What is a Klipspringer?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
What do hippos eat?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Do elephants have good memories?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do they attack other predators?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
How long do Suni live?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
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