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 all male lions possess a mane?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions have enemies?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions move around during the day?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions scavenge?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are lions territorial?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What are lions breeding habits?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions attack elephants?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
Are cheetahs territorial?
What is an Aardwolf?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What does a Serval eat?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
How big do Klipspringers get?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Are Servals social animals?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Can the female lion roar?
What is a Honey Badger?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do lions move around during the day?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
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