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Do lions have enemies?

Apart from man and other lions, adult lions do not have natural enemies that would attack them. It has been reported that hyenas and occasionally Africa wild dogs have killed old and severely incapacitated lions. Quite a number of cubs that are concealed while adult females are hunting are probably killed by hyenas, African wild dogs and jackals. Elephants and buffalo have been know to kill lions in confrontations that are usually initiated by the lion.

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What is the normal life span of a lion?

Can the female lion roar?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

When do young lions become independent?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

Is lion cub mortality high?

How do lions kill their prey?

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

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What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Do lions attack elephants?

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How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

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What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

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

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How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

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Can lions climb trees?

What are lions breeding habits?

Are lions cannibalistic?

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What is the size of the average lion litter?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

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

How large is the average lion pride?

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