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 move around during the day?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
How do lions kill their prey?
Why do some males have black manes?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
When do young lions become independent?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Can lions climb trees?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions scavenge?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Can lions swim?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
How big do Serval get?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Why do some males have black manes?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
How fast can cheetahs run?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What is a hippo?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What do impalas eat?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
What do Elands eat?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
Are Serval endangered?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
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