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 males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions scavenge?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How do lions kill their prey?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions communicate well?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
When do young lions become independent?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions have enemies?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Why do some males have black manes?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Can lions climb trees?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
What do cheetahs eat?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Do Suni have any predators?
How big do Klipspringers get?
How do lions kill their prey?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
How big do Serval get?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do lions communicate well?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is a Klipspringer?
Do lions eat carrion?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
Do elephants have good memories?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
How fast can impalas run?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
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