Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
There are records of lions that have been killed by sable antelope, kudu, African buffalo, giraffes, snakes and even porcupines. When a lion attempts to kill a porcupine, quills may become lodged in its mouth or paws, causing eventual death from infection or starvation.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Can lions swim?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions eat carrion?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
How large is the average lion pride?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions communicate well?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions have enemies?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What are lions breeding habits?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions scavenge?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions attack elephants?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
What is a Honey Badger?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
What do impalas eat?
Are impalas endangered?
Can lions swim?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What is an impala?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Do they attack other predators?
Are Warthogs fast?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
How big are porcupines?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Are Suni endangered?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
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