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
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions move around during the day?
Can lions swim?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Are lions territorial?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions attack elephants?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions communicate well?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Can lions climb trees?
How do lions kill their prey?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are hippos dangerous?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How long do Suni live?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
Do lions communicate well?
What do Elands look like?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Why do some males have black manes?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
How fast can Elands run?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
Do leopards roar?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do elephants have good memories?
Do baboons migrate?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What does a Serval eat?
What are lions breeding habits?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are Suni endangered?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
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