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?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are lions breeding habits?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
When do young lions become independent?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are lions territorial?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can lions swim?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions attack elephants?
Why do some males have black manes?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions scavenge?
How do lions kill their prey?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
What is an impala?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Can lions climb trees?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How fast can Elands run?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
Do porcupines have any predators?
How big are porcupines?
What does a Serval look like?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
How fast can hyaena run?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can lions swim?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
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