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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 lions communicate well?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

Can lions swim?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

Are lions cannibalistic?

Do lions eat carrion?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

How do lions kill their prey?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

Why do some males have black manes?

Do lions scavenge?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

Can the female lion roar?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

Do lions attack elephants?

Is lion cub mortality high?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

Can lions climb trees?

Do lions often become man eaters?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

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?

Do lions move around during the day?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?

Are lions territorial?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

What are lions breeding habits?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?

Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?

Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?

Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?

Do baboons migrate?

Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?

Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?

Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?

How do lions kill their prey?

How can I identify a Brown Hyena?

What do hippos eat?

Do lions eat carrion?

Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?

How far can cheetah run at top speed?

What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?

Do baboons have a specific breeding time?

When do hyaenas hunt?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

Are Porcupines rodents?

Do Hyaenas run in packs?

What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?

How do Elephants Communicate?

What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?

Do Giraffes sleep?

Are Suni social animals?

How fast can cheetahs run?

What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?

What is a Honey Badger?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

How often do elephants give birth?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?

Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?

What is a Suni?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

How long do Honey Badgers live?

Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?

Are cheetahs dangerous to man?

What is a Blue wildebeest?