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?
Why do some males have black manes?
What are lions breeding habits?
Can lions climb trees?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions eat carrion?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Can lions swim?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions move around during the day?
How do lions kill their prey?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions have enemies?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are lions territorial?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions scavenge?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do elephants have good memories?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Are hippos dangerous?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
What is a Serval?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is an Aardwolf?
What do porcupines eat?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
Do lions scavenge?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
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