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Because in the wild, there is a possibility that the lion won't find/catch food sometimes, while in a zoo, they get fed on a regular basis, there won't be a time when they have to miss a meal. Plus, lions get hunted in the wild, but nobody's just going to bring a gun to the zoo and shoot a lion.
What else can I help you with?
Do male lions live longer than female lions in captivity?
yes
Do sea lions live longer in captivity or wild?
Sea Lions live longer in captivity. An average life span for a sea lion in the wild is 18 years and 23 in captivity. But, that does not mean an animal in the wild can't live longer than one in captivity.
Do boy pumas live longer than girl pumas?
yes because they eat little boy and lions
Do lions live Australia?
Lions are indigenous to Africa. Other than the lions in the zoo, lions do not live in Australia.
What is and interesting fact about lions?
A cool fact: Some adult male lions exceed 550lbs in weight. They are the second largest cat. Another cool fact: Lions live for 10-14 years in the wild, while in captivity they can live longer than 20 years.
Who long does lion live?
Lions live for ten to fourteen years in the wild, while in captivity they can live longer than twenty years. In the wild, males seldom live longer than ten years, as injuries sustained from continual fighting with rival males greatly reduce their longevity. Females on the other hand dont fight with one another and hence live longer than the Males.
Why is it that male lions have longer hair than the female lions?
I think it helps them balance and communicate with other lions.
Why do lions in a zoo live longer than lions in the wild?
Lions in a zoo are fed regularly, and have their health monitored and treated by vets. In the wild, only one out of five hunts are successful. Any injury could cause maiming or death.
Does a tiger measure longer than a lion?
Full grown tigers are longer than full grown lions.
What are the differences between lions and tigers?
The tiger has an orange color with black stripes, while the lion has a tawny buff color. The lion has a mane, while tigers don't. Lions live in groups/prides, while tigers are solitary (that means they live alone).
What is the difference between a tigers and a lions speed?
Tigers can run faster and for longer time and distance than lions...
What is a lion's average lifespan?
About 10 to 14 years.Lions live for ten to fourteen years in the wild, while in captivity they can live longer than twenty years. In the wild, males seldom live longer than ten years, as injuries sustained from continual fighting with rival males greatly reduce their longevity. Females on the other hand dont fight with one another and hence live longer than the Males.
