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
Can the female lion roar?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions attack elephants?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions eat carrion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Are lions territorial?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions have enemies?
How large is the average lion pride?
Why do some males have black manes?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions often become man eaters?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions scavenge?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can lions swim?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Can lions climb trees?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions communicate well?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What does a Serval eat?
When do young lions become independent?
How fast can hyaena run?
Do porcupines have any predators?
How often do elephants give birth?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Are Warthogs fast?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What do cheetahs eat?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What do Elands eat?
Can lions swim?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
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