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 lions communicate well?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions often become man eaters?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions have enemies?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can lions swim?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Can lions climb trees?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions attack elephants?
Why do some males have black manes?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How do lions kill their prey?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What are lions breeding habits?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions move around during the day?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How large is the average lion pride?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can the female lion roar?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Can cheetahs climb trees?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is a hippo?
How big do Klipspringers get?
Do Giraffes sleep?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
What do Klipspringers eat?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions attack elephants?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions have enemies?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
What is a Suni?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Do lions eat carrion?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Are Suni social animals?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
How often do elephants give birth?
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