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 causes a lion to become a man eater?
Can lions climb trees?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Are lions territorial?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions communicate well?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions have enemies?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Can the female lion roar?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
When do young lions become independent?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions often become man eaters?
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How big do Serval get?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Do elephants have good memories?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Are Servals social animals?
Can lions climb trees?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Are impalas endangered?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
Can the female lion roar?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are Suni endangered?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
How fast can cheetahs run?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
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