What speed can a lion reach when charging?
A lion is deceptively fast over a short distance. Claims of up to 80 km/h have been made but not yet proven. This seems rather fast for an animal the size of a lion with its relatively short legs and bulky body. Shorter sprints of 40 to 60 km/h would be more realistic.
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Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
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Which habitat to lions prefer?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
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How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
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What is the normal life span of a lion?
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How large is the average lion pride?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions eat carrion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions often become man eaters?
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When do hyaenas hunt?
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What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Do they attack other predators?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
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