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?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions scavenge?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are lions territorial?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions communicate well?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions attack elephants?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Why do some males have black manes?
How large is the average lion pride?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is a Suni?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is a hippo?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
Are hippos dangerous?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What do cheetahs eat?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
What is an Eland?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is a Honey Badger?
Do leopards mark their territories?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
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