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
Why do some males have black manes?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions scavenge?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How large is the average lion pride?
Can lions climb trees?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How do lions kill their prey?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
When do young lions become independent?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions attack elephants?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
How long do Suni live?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do leopards mark their territories?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Can lions climb trees?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
What is a Klipspringer?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is a hippo?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What do impalas eat?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
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