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
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions scavenge?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions move around during the day?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Can lions climb trees?
How do lions kill their prey?
What are lions breeding habits?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Can the female lion roar?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions have enemies?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Are Elands dangerous?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
How big are porcupines?
How fast can hyaena run?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are Suni social animals?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
What is an impala?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
Are hippos dangerous?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do Giraffes sleep?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How often do elephants give birth?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
When do young lions become independent?
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