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 only when they are hungry?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are lions territorial?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Can the female lion roar?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Can lions climb trees?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions communicate well?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Can lions swim?
How do lions kill their prey?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions scavenge?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions eat carrion?
What are lions breeding habits?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
When do young lions become independent?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
What do porcupines eat?
How fast can hyaena run?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do Suni have any predators?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Do lions have enemies?
Are Suni endangered?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What do Elands eat?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is a Honey Badger?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions attack elephants?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
How fast can cheetahs run?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are Elands dangerous?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What do Suni eat?
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