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
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions have enemies?
Can lions swim?
Why do some males have black manes?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions move around during the day?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions communicate well?
Are lions territorial?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How do lions kill their prey?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How large is the average lion pride?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What are lions breeding habits?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions scavenge?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions attack elephants?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Do Suni have any predators?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What do Elands eat?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
When do hyaenas hunt?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
How fast can impalas run?
What is an Aardwolf?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Do lions have enemies?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
How do lions kill their prey?
How do Elephants Communicate?
How long do Suni live?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are hippos dangerous?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
Are Suni social animals?
Can lions swim?
What is a hippo?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
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