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What is the normal life span of a lion?

In the wild they probably reach an age of 13 to 15 years. In captivity ages around 20 years have been recorded.

More frequently asked questions on the Lion


Are young adults expelled from the pride?

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

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

Do lions attack elephants?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

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

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

Can lions swim?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

Do lions communicate well?

Are lions cannibalistic?

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

Is lion cub mortality high?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

How do lions kill their prey?

What are lions breeding habits?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

Do lions scavenge?

Do lions have enemies?

Can lions climb trees?

When do young lions become independent?

How large is the average lion pride?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

Do lions eat carrion?

Do lions move around during the day?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?