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
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
When do young lions become independent?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What are lions breeding habits?
How do lions kill their prey?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions have enemies?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How large is the average lion pride?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Why do some males have black manes?
Can lions climb trees?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions communicate well?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are hippos dangerous?
Do baboons migrate?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
How fast can cheetahs run?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
Do elephants have good memories?
What do Klipspringers eat?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Do lions move around during the day?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Do lions communicate well?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
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