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?
Do lions move around during the day?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions communicate well?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Can the female lion roar?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions attack elephants?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions have enemies?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions scavenge?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are lions territorial?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Why do some males have black manes?
When do young lions become independent?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How do lions kill their prey?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
How big are porcupines?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions scavenge?
Do Suni have any predators?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Are impalas endangered?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are Serval endangered?
What do Elands eat?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Are Suni endangered?
Are Warthogs fast?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is a Honey Badger?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Are lions territorial?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
Do Giraffes sleep?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do you want to test your knowledge on the animals of the Kruger National Park?