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Do all male lions possess a mane?

Maneless lions are exceptional, but the sizes of manes do differ. The mane starts growing when the lion is about six months old.

More frequently asked questions on the Lion


Do lions kill their prey quickly?

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

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

Do lions have enemies?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

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

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Do lions move around during the day?

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

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

Do lions attack elephants?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Do lions communicate well?

Is lion cub mortality high?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Can lions climb trees?

Do lions scavenge?

How large is the average lion pride?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

When do young lions become independent?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

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

How do lions kill their prey?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

Can the female lion roar?

What are lions breeding habits?

Do lions eat carrion?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?