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
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What are lions breeding habits?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Can lions swim?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions scavenge?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions attack elephants?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
How big do Serval get?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
What do cheetahs eat?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
Can lions swim?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
How often do elephants give birth?
How big do Klipspringers get?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
How fast can impalas run?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What does a Serval eat?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
Do lions have enemies?
Are Serval endangered?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
When do hyaenas hunt?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Do porcupines have any predators?
When do young lions become independent?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
What is an Eland?
What is a Serval?
How big can hippos get?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
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