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
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Are lions territorial?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions communicate well?
Can lions swim?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do elephants have good memories?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
Do porcupines have any predators?
How fast can Elands run?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
What does a Serval look like?
What do Suni eat?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Are Serval endangered?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Do they attack other predators?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What do impalas eat?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Do lions communicate well?
Are impalas endangered?
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