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 communicate well?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions attack elephants?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Are lions territorial?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
How do lions kill their prey?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Why do some males have black manes?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions move around during the day?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Can lions climb trees?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
When do young lions become independent?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions have enemies?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What are lions breeding habits?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can the female lion roar?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How large is the average lion pride?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Can lions climb trees?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What do Elands eat?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Why do some males have black manes?
How fast can hyaena run?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
When do young lions become independent?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
What are lions breeding habits?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Are Suni social animals?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
How do elephants use their tusks?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
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