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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


Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

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

How do lions kill their prey?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

Why do some males have black manes?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

What are lions breeding habits?

Do lions often become man eaters?

Do lions communicate well?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

Do lions move around during the day?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Do lions scavenge?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Are lions cannibalistic?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

Can lions climb trees?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Do lions eat carrion?

Are lions territorial?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

How large is the average lion pride?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

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

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?