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Do all male lions possess a mane?

Maneless lions are exceptional, but the sizes of manes do differ. The mane starts growing when the lion is about six months old.

More frequently asked questions on the Lion


Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Do lions attack elephants?

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 lions kill their prey quickly?

When do young lions become independent?

Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

Do lions eat carrion?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

How do lions kill their prey?

What are lions breeding habits?

Do lions move around during the day?

How large is the average lion pride?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Are lions cannibalistic?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

Can the female lion roar?

Are lions territorial?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Do lions scavenge?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

Can lions swim?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Do lions have enemies?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

Why do some males have black manes?

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?

Do porcupines have any predators?

How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?

What do Elands eat?

To what diseases are baboons susceptible?

How large is the average lion pride?

Do lions have enemies?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?

Do Suni have any predators?

Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?

Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?

Are Suni endangered?

What do Vervet Monkeys eat?

What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?

Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?

How big do Klipspringers get?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?

Do elephants have good memories?

Are impalas endangered?

Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?

How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?

What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?

Can lions climb trees?

Are leopards very susceptible to disease?

What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?

How much does a leopard eat per day?

Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?

Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?

What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?

What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?

Are cheetahs dangerous to man?

Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?

How do elephants use their tusks?

Are honey badgers dangerous?

Do Buffalo have good memories?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

What are some fun facts about Elephants?

What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?