When do young lions become independent?
The majority of young lions become independent at 2.5 to 3.5 years of age. In general, when the cubs are 17 to 18 months old the mother ceases to lead them to kills or to care for them in any way.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
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Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Can lions climb trees?
Can the female lion roar?
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How do lions kill their prey?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Why do some males have black manes?
How large is the average lion pride?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Can lions swim?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are lions breeding habits?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions communicate well?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
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Do lions often become man eaters?
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Are hippos dangerous?
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When do leopard cubs become independent?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
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How often do female lions produce cubs?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
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How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
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What is a Blue wildebeest?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is a Brown Hyena?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
How big can hippos get?
Do lions have enemies?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
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What do cheetahs eat?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
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