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?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Can lions swim?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Can the female lion roar?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions eat carrion?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions have enemies?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions scavenge?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are lions territorial?
Can lions climb trees?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How do lions kill their prey?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions communicate well?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do baboons migrate?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Are impalas endangered?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What is an impala?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
How big can hippos get?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
When do young lions become independent?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
What are lions breeding habits?
What do Elands look like?
What does a Serval look like?
How do elephants use their tusks?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
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