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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


Can lions swim?

What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

When do young lions become independent?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Are lions cannibalistic?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

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

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

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

Can the female lion roar?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Do lions often become man eaters?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

Do lions have enemies?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

Do lions scavenge?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Can lions climb trees?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

How large is the average lion pride?

How do lions kill their prey?

What are lions breeding habits?

Are lions territorial?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?