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 have a social hierarchy?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions eat carrion?
How large is the average lion pride?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions scavenge?
Are lions territorial?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What are lions breeding habits?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
How do lions kill their prey?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Can lions swim?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions have enemies?
When do young lions become independent?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions move around during the day?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Are Warthogs fast?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Can the female lion roar?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
When do young lions become independent?
Can lions climb trees?
How often do elephants give birth?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
When do hyaenas hunt?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
Do lions eat carrion?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do baboons migrate?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
Do lions move around during the day?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
Do Suni have any predators?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
What does a Serval look like?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Are Servals social animals?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Are hippos dangerous?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
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