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
Are lions territorial?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are lions breeding habits?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Can lions swim?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Why do some males have black manes?
How do lions kill their prey?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions have enemies?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions communicate well?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions scavenge?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Can lions climb trees?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions eat carrion?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
What is an Aardwolf?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
Do lions communicate well?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
What do hippos eat?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What is a Brown Hyena?
Do Giraffes sleep?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Are Suni social animals?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
How big can hippos get?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
What do Klipspringers eat?
What do impalas eat?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions scavenge?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Are cheetahs territorial?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
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