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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 hide during rainy weather?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

Do lions often become man eaters?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

Do lions attack elephants?

Do lions scavenge?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

Is lion cub mortality high?

When do young lions become independent?

Are lions territorial?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

Do lions have enemies?

Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Can the female lion roar?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

How do lions kill their prey?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?

What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

Do lions move around during the day?

What are lions breeding habits?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

Are lions cannibalistic?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Why do some males have black manes?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?