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
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
When do young lions become independent?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions have enemies?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Can lions swim?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Can the female lion roar?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are lions territorial?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What are lions breeding habits?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do lions scavenge?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What do porcupines eat?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Are Warthogs fast?
How big are porcupines?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are Suni endangered?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
What is a Klipspringer?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are lions territorial?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How large is the average lion pride?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
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