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 attack elephants?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Can the female lion roar?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are lions cannibalistic?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Can lions swim?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
How do lions kill their prey?
Can lions climb trees?
Why do some males have black manes?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions have enemies?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
Can the female lion roar?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
How fast can impalas run?
What do hippos eat?
What is a Brown Hyena?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How fast can cheetahs run?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How big do Serval get?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Are hippos dangerous?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
Do leopards roar?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Do lions communicate well?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What do Elands look like?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do porcupines have any predators?
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