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Do lions communicate well?

Lions use an impressive array of facial expressions, body movements and sounds to communicate, expressing affection, aggression, irritation, contentment, etc.

More frequently asked questions on the Lion


How often do female lions produce cubs?

Do lions attack elephants?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

Do lions eat carrion?

What are lions breeding habits?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

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

How do lions kill their prey?

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

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

Can lions swim?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

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

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

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

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

Do lions have enemies?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

How large is the average lion pride?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

Are lions territorial?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

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

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?