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Do lions have enemies?

Apart from man and other lions, adult lions do not have natural enemies that would attack them. It has been reported that hyenas and occasionally Africa wild dogs have killed old and severely incapacitated lions. Quite a number of cubs that are concealed while adult females are hunting are probably killed by hyenas, African wild dogs and jackals. Elephants and buffalo have been know to kill lions in confrontations that are usually initiated by the lion.

More frequently asked questions on the Lion


Do lions communicate well?

Do lions attack elephants?

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

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?

Can lions swim?

Do lions move around during the day?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

Do lions scavenge?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

Can lions climb trees?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

How do lions kill their prey?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

Is lion cub mortality high?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

Are lions cannibalistic?

How large is the average lion pride?

When do young lions become independent?

Do lions often become man eaters?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

Why do some males have black manes?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?