How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Average daily consumption for a male is about 7 kg and for a female about 4.5 kg. Lions can consume about 15 to 20% of their body weight when emaciated, which in the case of a large male could be as much as 35 to 40 kg.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
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What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
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Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
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How far can cheetah run at top speed?
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What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
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