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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


How long do African Lions sleep on average?

Do lions move around during the day?

What are lions breeding habits?

How do lions kill their prey?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Can lions swim?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

Do lions scavenge?

Are lions territorial?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Is lion cub mortality high?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

Do lions often become man eaters?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Do lions have enemies?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Why do some males have black manes?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Are lions cannibalistic?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Do lions communicate well?

How large is the average lion pride?

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

Can the female lion roar?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?