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
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions communicate well?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions eat carrion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions attack elephants?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How do lions kill their prey?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions scavenge?
What are lions breeding habits?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are lions territorial?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Can the female lion roar?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Can lions swim?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
How big do Klipspringers get?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What is an Eland?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What do Klipspringers eat?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
What does a Serval eat?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
What are lions breeding habits?
Are Serval endangered?
Do lions communicate well?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
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