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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


What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

Do lions move around during the day?

Can lions swim?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

Do lions often become man eaters?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

When do young lions become independent?

Are lions territorial?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

Do lions attack elephants?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

Do lions eat carrion?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

What are lions breeding habits?

How do lions kill their prey?

Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?

Can lions climb trees?

How large is the average lion pride?

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

Can elephant tusks grow back?

Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?

What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

Are leopards territorial?

Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?

How much does a leopard eat per day?

What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?

Can lions swim?

Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

What do Vervet Monkeys eat?

Is the leopard a solitary animal?

Can Serval be kept as pets?

Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?

What are some fun facts about Elephants?

Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

When do young lions become independent?

Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?

Are lions territorial?

How long do Suni live?

How far can cheetah run at top speed?

What does a Serval eat?

What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?

What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?

What is the lifespan of an impala?

What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?

Do elephants have good memories?

Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?

Are Porcupines rodents?

Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?

Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?

Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?

How can I identify a Brown Hyena?

What are the pangolin's scales made of?

Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?

What is a Blue wildebeest?

Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?