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
What are lions breeding habits?
When do young lions become independent?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions communicate well?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Can lions swim?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How large is the average lion pride?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Can lions climb trees?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions eat carrion?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Can the female lion roar?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions scavenge?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What do Suni eat?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
How fast can hyaena run?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
What do Elands look like?
Do elephants have good memories?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Do leopards roar?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Can the female lion roar?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
How do lions kill their prey?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What are lions breeding habits?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Are Serval endangered?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
When do hyaenas hunt?
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