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Are male lions more aggressive than females?

Aggression between pride members is very rare except when competing for food at a kill. A female could in fact be more dangerous than a male, as females with cubs are extremely dangerous and intolerant of anything that could endanger the cubs.

More frequently asked questions on the Lion


Do lions move around during the day?

Why do some males have black manes?

Are lions territorial?

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

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At what age are lions sexually mature?

Do lions often become man eaters?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Are lions cannibalistic?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

Can lions climb trees?

Can lions swim?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

How large is the average lion pride?

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

When do young lions become independent?

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Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

Do lions eat carrion?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Do lions have enemies?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

Do lions attack elephants?

Is lion cub mortality high?

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

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Do lions scavenge?

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

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

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What is an Eland?

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Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?

Are Aardwolves endangered?

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What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?

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How big do Klipspringers get?

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Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?

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Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

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Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?

How big can hippos get?

How long do Suni live?

Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?

Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?

Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?

What do Klipspringers eat?

Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?

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