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
Why do some males have black manes?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions communicate well?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions scavenge?
Can lions climb trees?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What are lions breeding habits?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions attack elephants?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
When do young lions become independent?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How do lions kill their prey?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Can lions swim?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
Can lions climb trees?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are leopards territorial?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
What do porcupines eat?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Are Suni social animals?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Do baboons migrate?
Do leopards roar?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Can lions swim?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How do lions kill their prey?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
What is an impala?
How big do Klipspringers get?
Do they attack other predators?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
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