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
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How large is the average lion pride?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions have enemies?
Can the female lion roar?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions move around during the day?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Can lions swim?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions eat carrion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions scavenge?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How do elephants use their tusks?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What is a Brown Hyena?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
What do Suni eat?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
Are Suni social animals?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
What do Aardwolves eat?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Are Elands dangerous?
Do lions move around during the day?
What are lions breeding habits?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
How big do Serval get?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How big can hippos get?
What is an impala?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How big are porcupines?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Why do some males have black manes?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Are leopards territorial?
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