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
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions have enemies?
Why do some males have black manes?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are lions territorial?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Can lions climb trees?
Can lions swim?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How large is the average lion pride?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions scavenge?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
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Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are Elands dangerous?
Are Suni endangered?
What is an impala?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
What does a Serval eat?
Do they attack other predators?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
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What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
What is a Brown Hyena?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
What do porcupines eat?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
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What is a hippo?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
What does a Serval look like?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How fast can hyaena run?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
What do Elands look like?
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