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
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions have enemies?
When do young lions become independent?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What are lions breeding habits?
Why do some males have black manes?
How do lions kill their prey?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Can lions swim?
Do lions attack elephants?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Can lions climb trees?
Can the female lion roar?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions move around during the day?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is a Serval?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Are Serval endangered?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions attack elephants?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are impalas endangered?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
How long do Suni live?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Are Warthogs fast?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do Suni have any predators?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What is a Brown Hyena?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Do they attack other predators?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
What do impalas eat?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
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