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 have enemies?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions communicate well?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How do lions kill their prey?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Can lions climb trees?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions often become man eaters?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What are lions breeding habits?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions scavenge?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Why do some males have black manes?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How big can hippos get?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What do cheetahs eat?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do porcupines have any predators?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Are lions territorial?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How long do Suni live?
How large is the average lion pride?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Are Suni endangered?
What is a Brown Hyena?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Are impalas endangered?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How often do elephants give birth?
What do Suni eat?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
How fast can impalas run?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
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