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 lions eat carrion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How do lions kill their prey?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions have enemies?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions communicate well?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are lions cannibalistic?
When do young lions become independent?
Are lions territorial?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How large is the average lion pride?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Can lions swim?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How fast can Elands run?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Do lions scavenge?
How do elephants use their tusks?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
When do hyaenas hunt?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How fast can cheetahs run?
What does a Serval eat?
What are lions breeding habits?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Why do some males have black manes?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Do lions eat carrion?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Are leopards territorial?
When do young lions become independent?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Can the female lion roar?
Can lions swim?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
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