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 often become man eaters?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can the female lion roar?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Why do some males have black manes?
Can lions swim?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are lions territorial?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions communicate well?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How large is the average lion pride?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions have enemies?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions attack elephants?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How large is the average lion pride?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
How big can hippos get?
What is a Suni?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
What do porcupines eat?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How big are porcupines?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
How fast are cheetahs?
How fast can cheetahs run?
What is a Serval?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do elephants have good memories?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What do hippos eat?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
How do elephants use their tusks?
What is a Brown Hyena?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
How big do Serval get?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
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