What causes a lion to become a man eater?
It is often claimed that the main culprits are old or incapacitated lions. This, however, is not always the case. Many a man-eater has proved to be a healthy animal in its prime.
Most man-eaters probably started including human flesh in their diet after an accidental encounter with a human, losing their fear of humans and finding it easier to kill in future encounters.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Do lions eat carrion?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Can lions climb trees?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
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How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
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Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Why do some males have black manes?
How do lions kill their prey?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
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When is the best time for spotting lion?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions scavenge?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions communicate well?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
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Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
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Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
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Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
What do cheetahs eat?
Do leopards mark their territories?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
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Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
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How much does a leopard eat per day?
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What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Do they attack other predators?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
How fast can impalas run?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
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