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
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Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
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Are the senses of a lion well developed?
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What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
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When do young lions become independent?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Can lions swim?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
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What is the normal life span of a lion?
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Why do some males have black manes?
Can the female lion roar?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions eat carrion?
How do lions kill their prey?
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