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 there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Can the female lion roar?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Why do some males have black manes?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Can lions swim?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions move around during the day?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions attack elephants?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions scavenge?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
When do young lions become independent?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are lions territorial?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What are lions breeding habits?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are hippos dangerous?
How fast can Elands run?
What is a Serval?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
What do porcupines eat?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
How big do Klipspringers get?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
What do Suni eat?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What do Aardwolves eat?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Can lions climb trees?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What does a Serval eat?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Do lions scavenge?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Can the female lion roar?
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