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
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are lions territorial?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions communicate well?
When do young lions become independent?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How do lions kill their prey?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Can lions swim?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Can lions climb trees?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions eat carrion?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions scavenge?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions have enemies?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions attack elephants?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
What is an Eland?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is a hippo?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Do they attack other predators?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
What do Suni eat?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What is a Serval?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Can lions climb trees?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do leopards roar?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How fast can hyaena run?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
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