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.
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How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Is lion cub mortality high?
When do young lions become independent?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions communicate well?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
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