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
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Can lions swim?
Are lions territorial?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
When do young lions become independent?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions have enemies?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions communicate well?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How large is the average lion pride?
Can the female lion roar?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions move around during the day?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What are lions breeding habits?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Are Elands dangerous?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
What is a Klipspringer?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Are Servals social animals?
Are Suni endangered?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
How big can hippos get?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Do elephants have good memories?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What do Aardwolves eat?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
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