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
When do young lions become independent?
Can lions climb trees?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions eat carrion?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions scavenge?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are lions territorial?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions have enemies?
Can lions swim?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do Giraffes sleep?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Are Serval endangered?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
How do lions kill their prey?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
How big are porcupines?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are Servals social animals?
What is a hippo?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What is a Klipspringer?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is a Honey Badger?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Are impalas endangered?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are Suni endangered?
How long do Suni live?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
When do young lions become independent?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
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