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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


Do lions communicate well?

When do young lions become independent?

Do lions often become man eaters?

How do lions kill their prey?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Can lions climb trees?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

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

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

Do lions attack elephants?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

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

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

Do lions move around during the day?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

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

Which habitat to lions prefer?

Are lions cannibalistic?

Is lion cub mortality high?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

Do lions have enemies?

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

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?

Are leopards territorial?

What is the lifespan of a Serval?

How fast can cheetahs run?

What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?

What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?

How much does a leopard eat per day?

What is a Brown Hyena?

How big do Serval get?

How do Elephants Communicate?

Why are leopards so seldom seen?

What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?

What is the lifespan of a baboon?

Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?

Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?

Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?

What does a Serval look like?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

What do Vervet Monkeys eat?

Do porcupines have any predators?

What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?

Are cheetahs solitary animals?

Do lions often become man eaters?

What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?

Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?

Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?

Is the leopard a solitary animal?

Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?

Are Suni endangered?

How often do elephants give birth?

What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?

How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?

Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?

How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?

Do lions have enemies?

Are honey badgers dangerous?

Are Suni social animals?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

What do Elands look like?

What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?