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 often become man eaters?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions eat carrion?
What are lions breeding habits?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Can lions climb trees?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions scavenge?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions attack elephants?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can lions swim?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions communicate well?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How do lions kill their prey?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions have enemies?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
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What is a Suni?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What is an Eland?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
How fast can impalas run?
How fast can Elands run?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What is a Brown Hyena?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
How often do elephants give birth?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
When do young lions become independent?
What do cheetahs eat?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
Are impalas endangered?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do porcupines have any predators?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
Do they attack other predators?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Do lions often become man eaters?
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