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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When is the best time for spotting lion?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
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What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
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Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
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How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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What is the size of the average lion litter?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
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How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
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Are male lions more aggressive than females?
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