When do young lions become independent?
The majority of young lions become independent at 2.5 to 3.5 years of age. In general, when the cubs are 17 to 18 months old the mother ceases to lead them to kills or to care for them in any way.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Can lions swim?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
How do lions kill their prey?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions scavenge?
Why do some males have black manes?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions move around during the day?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions have enemies?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are lions territorial?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are Serval endangered?
How fast can impalas run?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How long do Suni live?
What do cheetahs eat?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What do impalas eat?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
What does a Serval look like?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
What is a Serval?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
What does a Serval eat?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How fast can cheetahs run?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
Are leopards territorial?
What do Elands look like?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
What is an impala?
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