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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


Are lions cannibalistic?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

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

Do all male lions possess a mane?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

How large is the average lion pride?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Do lions scavenge?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Do lions have enemies?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Can the female lion roar?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

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

Can lions swim?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Do lions communicate well?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Do lions eat carrion?

Are lions territorial?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

Do lions often become man eaters?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

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

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

When do young lions become independent?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

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

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?

Are Aardwolves social animals?

How big can hippos get?

May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?

How long do Honey Badgers live?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Are impalas endangered?

Are cheetahs dangerous to man?

Do Giraffes sleep?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

What is an Eland?

Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?

What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?

What threats do Brown Hyenas face?

What is an Aardwolf?

What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

Why are leopards so seldom seen?

How big do Klipspringers get?

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

How long do Suni live?

How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?

Do Buffalo have good memories?

How far can cheetah run at top speed?

What do hippos eat?

Is leopard cub mortality high?

What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?

What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?

Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?

Are lions cannibalistic?

How fast are cheetahs?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?

What do Vervet Monkeys eat?

Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?

Do porcupines have any predators?

What do Suni eat?