Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
At one time lions occurred in Europe and the Middle East. They became extinct in Israel in the 13th century, in Pakistan in the early 1840s, in Iraq in about 1914 and in Iran in 1941. They were once widespread in India, but the last remaining lions are the endangered group of less than 200 animals found in the Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary in the state of Gujarat.More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
When do young lions become independent?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Why do some males have black manes?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions communicate well?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions scavenge?
Can lions climb trees?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How large is the average lion pride?
Can the female lion roar?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Can lions swim?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
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What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How fast can Elands run?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is a Brown Hyena?
Are hippos dangerous?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Are leopards territorial?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do porcupines have any predators?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Are Servals social animals?
What do Elands eat?
What is a Klipspringer?
Do elephants have good memories?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
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