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Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Their sense of smell is good and their senses of hearing and sight, especially their night vision, are excellent.

More frequently asked questions on the Lion


Do all male lions possess a mane?

Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

What are lions breeding habits?

How do lions kill their prey?

Are lions territorial?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

Can lions swim?

Do lions attack elephants?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

Are lions cannibalistic?

Do lions communicate well?

What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

Do lions move around during the day?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

Why do some males have black manes?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

Do lions eat carrion?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Do lions often become man eaters?

Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

How large is the average lion pride?