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
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Can lions climb trees?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How do lions kill their prey?
Can lions swim?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions communicate well?
What are lions breeding habits?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are lions territorial?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions scavenge?
Why do some males have black manes?
When do young lions become independent?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions have enemies?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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Do porcupines have any predators?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do leopards roar?
Are Servals social animals?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
What does a Serval eat?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
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Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Do lions scavenge?
Are impalas endangered?
What is a Klipspringer?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
What do Elands eat?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
What does a Serval look like?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
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