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
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Why do some males have black manes?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions have enemies?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
When do young lions become independent?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Can lions swim?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions communicate well?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Can lions climb trees?
Are lions territorial?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions scavenge?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What do Elands look like?
Are Suni social animals?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are Elands dangerous?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What do Suni eat?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
How big do Klipspringers get?
What is a Serval?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
How do lions kill their prey?
How big do Serval get?
What do hippos eat?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
How fast are cheetahs?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Do they attack other predators?
Do Suni have any predators?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are Serval endangered?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
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