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 the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions communicate well?
Can lions climb trees?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
How large is the average lion pride?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Can lions swim?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are lions breeding habits?
Why do some males have black manes?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions move around during the day?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Can the female lion roar?
Are lions territorial?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
When do young lions become independent?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions scavenge?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
Can lions climb trees?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
When do young lions become independent?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
How fast can cheetahs run?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What is a Klipspringer?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How fast are cheetahs?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Can lions swim?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
How big do Klipspringers get?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Do they attack other predators?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How big can hippos get?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
What does a Serval eat?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
Do elephants have good memories?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are hippos dangerous?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How fast can Elands run?
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