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
Are lions territorial?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How do lions kill their prey?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions eat carrion?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Can lions climb trees?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can lions swim?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What do Klipspringers eat?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Can lions swim?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
How fast can hyaena run?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
When do hyaenas hunt?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do baboons migrate?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is a Serval?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Are Warthogs fast?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What do impalas eat?
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