Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
There are records of lions that have been killed by sable antelope, kudu, African buffalo, giraffes, snakes and even porcupines. When a lion attempts to kill a porcupine, quills may become lodged in its mouth or paws, causing eventual death from infection or starvation.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Do lions move around during the day?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Is lion cub mortality high?
When do young lions become independent?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
How large is the average lion pride?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Can lions climb trees?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Can lions swim?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions communicate well?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
How do lions kill their prey?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions have enemies?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Are lions territorial?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
How do Elephants Communicate?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are lions territorial?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Why do some males have black manes?
What do Elands look like?
When do young lions become independent?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do they attack other predators?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is an Eland?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do leopards mark their territories?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
How big do Klipspringers get?
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