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
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Can lions swim?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
When do young lions become independent?
Can lions climb trees?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What are lions breeding habits?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions have enemies?
Are lions territorial?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Are Serval endangered?
Do leopards roar?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do Suni have any predators?
What is an Eland?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What do Elands look like?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
How big do Serval get?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
What do porcupines eat?
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