Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
There are records of lions that have been killed by sable antelope, kudu, African buffalo, giraffes, snakes and even porcupines. When a lion attempts to kill a porcupine, quills may become lodged in its mouth or paws, causing eventual death from infection or starvation.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
How large is the average lion pride?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Can lions climb trees?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Can lions swim?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are lions territorial?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Can lions climb trees?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
How big are porcupines?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
What is an Eland?
How often do elephants give birth?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
How fast can Elands run?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Are hippos dangerous?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What do cheetahs eat?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
How big do Klipspringers get?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What do impalas eat?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do Suni have any predators?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
How large is the average lion pride?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
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