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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


Why do some males have black manes?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

Do lions move around during the day?

Is lion cub mortality high?

Can lions climb trees?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

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

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

How large is the average lion pride?

Do lions have enemies?

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

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

Do lions attack elephants?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

How do lions kill their prey?

Are lions cannibalistic?

Can the female lion roar?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

When do young lions become independent?

Do lions eat carrion?

Do lions communicate well?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

Are lions territorial?

Do lions scavenge?