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
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When is the best time for spotting lion?
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What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
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What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions communicate well?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
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Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
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Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
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What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
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What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How do Elephants Communicate?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
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What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
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