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 it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions attack elephants?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
When do young lions become independent?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Can the female lion roar?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Are leopards territorial?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Do Giraffes sleep?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do Elands look like?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Are hippos dangerous?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What is an impala?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What do Suni eat?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
What is an Aardwolf?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How fast can impalas run?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
How often do elephants give birth?
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