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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


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

Do lions move around during the day?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

How large is the average lion pride?

Why do some males have black manes?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

Can the female lion roar?

Are lions cannibalistic?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

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

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

Can lions swim?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Is lion cub mortality high?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

What are lions breeding habits?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

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

Do lions scavenge?

Do lions attack elephants?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

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

When do young lions become independent?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Can lions climb trees?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Do lions have enemies?