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
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How large is the average lion pride?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
How do lions kill their prey?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions move around during the day?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions have enemies?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions scavenge?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions eat carrion?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions communicate well?
When do young lions become independent?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How big are porcupines?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
What do porcupines eat?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Can the female lion roar?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are Suni endangered?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is an Aardwolf?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
Can lions swim?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
What are lions breeding habits?
What does a Serval eat?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
Do they attack other predators?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Are Porcupines rodents?
What is a Serval?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do you want to test your knowledge on the animals of the Kruger National Park?