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
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions eat carrion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions scavenge?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions have enemies?
Is lion cub mortality high?
When do young lions become independent?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Can lions swim?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Why do some males have black manes?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Can the female lion roar?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions attack elephants?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are lions cannibalistic?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What do Suni eat?
How fast can Elands run?
What is an Eland?
How long do Suni live?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
Are Elands dangerous?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
What does a Serval look like?
What do hippos eat?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Are Suni endangered?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Do Giraffes sleep?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
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