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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


Are the senses of a lion well developed?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

Do lions attack elephants?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

How do lions kill their prey?

Do lions scavenge?

Can lions swim?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Do lions move around during the day?

Do lions communicate well?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

Do lions have enemies?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

How large is the average lion pride?

Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?

Do lions often become man eaters?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

Is lion cub mortality high?

Do lions eat carrion?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

Can the female lion roar?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?

How do Elephants Communicate?

Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?

What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?

What is the breeding season for impalas?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?

What are the pangolin's scales made of?

Are spotted hyenas endangered?

What is the lifespan of a porcupine?

Do elephants have a dominant tusk?

Are Aardwolves endangered?

Do they attack other predators?

Do lions often become man eaters?

Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?

How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?

Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?

Is lion cub mortality high?

How much does a leopard eat per day?

What do hippos eat?

Are leopards territorial?

What are some fun facts about Elephants?

Do lions move around during the day?

What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?

Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?

Are Elands dangerous?

How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?

How do lions kill their prey?

Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?

Can cheetahs climb trees?

What is a Mountain Reedbuck?

What are lions breeding habits?

Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

What do Elands look like?

Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?

When do young lions become independent?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?