When do young lions become independent?
The majority of young lions become independent at 2.5 to 3.5 years of age. In general, when the cubs are 17 to 18 months old the mother ceases to lead them to kills or to care for them in any way.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions communicate well?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are lions breeding habits?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How do lions kill their prey?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Can lions swim?
How large is the average lion pride?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Can lions climb trees?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions have enemies?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions eat carrion?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Can the female lion roar?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
How big can hippos get?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Do porcupines have any predators?
What do Elands look like?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are Porcupines rodents?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How big are porcupines?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Are lions territorial?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
What is a Klipspringer?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What do hippos eat?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
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