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In captivity there are no predators to kill them when they get old, sick and weak.
And if they get sick, there are veterinarians.
In captivity, they are guaranteed food and water.
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∙ 7y ago
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∙ 7y agoGiraffes tend to live longer in captivity, where there's no one hunting them.
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∙ 12y agoA lot longer! In the wild, they usually live up to 7-10 years, but in captivity, they can live up to 24-30 years.
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∙ 11y agoBecause they don't die in starvation or lack of water in zoos. Also there are no predators and it is possible to treat diseases.
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∙ 6y agoCaptive wolves have much less stress. Food is provided for them and they receive shelter from potential threats. They also receive medical attention when needed.
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∙ 13y agothey can live to about 50 to 60 years old
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How long do orangutans live in captivity?
They live for about 35 - 40 years in the wild.
Do wild dogs live longer in captivity?
In captivity, definitely in captivity.
What are orangutans life span?
Orangutans live about 50 years in captivity; their life span in the wild is only 30-45 years.
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 snow leopards live longer in the wild or captivity?
they live longer both ways
Do numbats live longer in captivity?
Yes. Numbats live longer in captivity because they are protected from the threat of predation by introduced species such as cats and foxes.
What are advantages of orangutans living in captivity?
They're ginger.
What age do orangutans live up to?
Orangutans live up to 45 years in the wild and 60 years in captivity. They are able to reach higher ages in captivity due to better conditions and care.
What enables wolves to live longer either in the wild or in captivity?
The diet and lack of animals that could cause harm to the wolf enable it to live longer in captivity.
Does saltwater crocodiles live longer in captivity?
yes
Do orcas live longer in captivity then in the ocean?
No. In captivity Orcas can live up to around 20 years. But wild orcas that were never in captivity live a lot longer and male Orca is closer to 30 years and a female is expected to live in the wild from birth up to 50 years
What can orangutans live to?
Orangutans can live up to the age of 50.
