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
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions move around during the day?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
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Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions eat carrion?
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What are the preferred prey species of lion?
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Do lions often become man eaters?
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Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions have enemies?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Can lions swim?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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What are lions breeding habits?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
When do young lions become independent?
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How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
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What do Elands eat?
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What do spotted hyenas eat?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
What do Suni eat?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
What is a Suni?
How do lions kill their prey?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
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