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 use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How do lions kill their prey?
When do young lions become independent?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions communicate well?
Can the female lion roar?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What are lions breeding habits?
Why do some males have black manes?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions eat carrion?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions scavenge?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are lions territorial?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Can lions swim?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Do elephants have good memories?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
How often do elephants give birth?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
What is a Brown Hyena?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
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