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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


When do young lions become independent?

Do lions move around during the day?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

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

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

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

Do lions attack elephants?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

Can lions climb trees?

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

Can lions swim?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

Do lions often become man eaters?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

Why do some males have black manes?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

How do lions kill their prey?

Is lion cub mortality high?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

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

Do lions communicate well?

Do lions have enemies?

Do lions eat carrion?

Are lions cannibalistic?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

What are lions breeding habits?

How often do female lions produce cubs?