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
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When is the best time for spotting lion?
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What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
Are hippos dangerous?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
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