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
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions scavenge?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Can lions swim?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions communicate well?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions have enemies?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can the female lion roar?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Why do some males have black manes?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions eat carrion?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
How fast are cheetahs?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Are Serval endangered?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
How do lions kill their prey?
What is a Suni?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Can lions climb trees?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
What do hippos eat?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Do Giraffes sleep?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Are lions territorial?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
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