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
How large is the average lion pride?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Can lions climb trees?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions attack elephants?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions have enemies?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions eat carrion?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
When do young lions become independent?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
How fast are cheetahs?
Do lions attack elephants?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How large is the average lion pride?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do leopards roar?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
What is an Eland?
How big do Serval get?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
How big do Klipspringers get?
What do hippos eat?
What is a Honey Badger?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
Can lions climb trees?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
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