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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

At one time lions occurred in Europe and the Middle East. They became extinct in Israel in the 13th century, in Pakistan in the early 1840s, in Iraq in about 1914 and in Iran in 1941. They were once widespread in India, but the last remaining lions are the endangered group of less than 200 animals found in the Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary in the state of Gujarat.

More frequently asked questions on the Lion


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

At what age are lions sexually mature?

Do lions eat carrion?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

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

Are lions territorial?

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

Do all male lions possess a mane?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

What are lions breeding habits?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

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

Do lions scavenge?

When do young lions become independent?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Is lion cub mortality high?

Do lions attack elephants?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

Do lions move around during the day?

Are lions cannibalistic?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Why do some males have black manes?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

How large is the average lion pride?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Can lions swim?

How do lions kill their prey?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

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

Do lions often become man eaters?

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


What is the potential life span of a leopard?

When do hyaenas hunt?

What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?

Do leopards roar?

Do lions eat carrion?

Do elephants have good memories?

Are spotted hyenas social animals?

When do young lions become independent?

What are the pangolin's scales made of?

Can cheetahs climb trees?

Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?

Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?

How much does a leopard eat per day?

Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?

How fast are cheetahs?

Are impalas endangered?

What do hippos eat?

Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?

What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?

Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?

How fast can Blue wildebeest run?

Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?

Do porcupines have any predators?

How fast can impalas run?

What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?

How fast can Elands run?

How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?

Can the leopard be a danger to humans?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?

What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?

What is the lifespan of a Serval?

Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?

What threats do Brown Hyenas face?

How big do Klipspringers get?

What are the main physical features of the cheetah?