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?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions scavenge?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
When do young lions become independent?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Can the female lion roar?
Why do some males have black manes?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions have enemies?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Can lions climb trees?
What are lions breeding habits?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are lions territorial?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions attack elephants?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Can lions swim?
How big do Serval get?
How do elephants use their tusks?
When do young lions become independent?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Do Suni have any predators?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do elephants have good memories?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are cheetahs territorial?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Are Serval endangered?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
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