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
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
When do young lions become independent?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can the female lion roar?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Can lions swim?
How large is the average lion pride?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is a hippo?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
How large is the average lion pride?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
What do porcupines eat?
How big are porcupines?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Are Suni endangered?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions communicate well?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
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