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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 kill their prey quickly?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Are lions territorial?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

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

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Do lions communicate well?

Can the female lion roar?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

How large is the average lion pride?

Why do some males have black manes?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

Do lions attack elephants?

Do lions move around during the day?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

Do lions often become man eaters?

Are lions cannibalistic?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

Do lions scavenge?

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

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

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

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

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

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

Do lions have enemies?

Can lions climb trees?

How do lions kill their prey?

How often do female lions produce cubs?