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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.

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Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

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How large is the average lion pride?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

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What are lions breeding habits?

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What speed can a lion reach when charging?

When do young lions become independent?

Do lions scavenge?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Do lions eat carrion?

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How often do female lions produce cubs?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

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Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?

Do lions communicate well?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

Do lions often become man eaters?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Do lions move around during the day?

Why do some males have black manes?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Do lions attack elephants?

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May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?

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When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?

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