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
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Can the female lion roar?
What are lions breeding habits?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Why do some males have black manes?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How large is the average lion pride?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
When do young lions become independent?
Can lions swim?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How do lions kill their prey?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are lions territorial?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions move around during the day?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Are impalas endangered?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
What do hippos eat?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
Are leopards territorial?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
Are cheetahs territorial?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
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