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
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions have enemies?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions communicate well?
Can lions climb trees?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions attack elephants?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
When do young lions become independent?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions scavenge?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How do lions kill their prey?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What are lions breeding habits?
Can lions swim?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are lions territorial?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
How fast are cheetahs?
What is an Eland?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Can lions swim?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do Suni have any predators?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Are Serval endangered?
How fast can hyaena run?
Do porcupines have any predators?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
What is a Brown Hyena?
Are Elands dangerous?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions have enemies?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
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