Can lions swim?
Although they do not readily take to water, they can swim and it is not uncommon for them to cross a river. Tourists have reported watching two females swim across the Sabie River to join a male on the other side.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
How often do female lions produce cubs?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions eat carrion?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions scavenge?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Can lions climb trees?
Are lions territorial?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How long do Honey Badgers live?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are lions territorial?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
Do Giraffes sleep?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Can lions climb trees?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How long do Suni live?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
What is a Serval?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What do impalas eat?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
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