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 attack elephants?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Why do some males have black manes?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Can the female lion roar?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
When do young lions become independent?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
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How large is the average lion pride?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Can lions swim?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Can lions climb trees?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Are lions territorial?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How do lions kill their prey?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions communicate well?
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
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