When do young lions become independent?
The majority of young lions become independent at 2.5 to 3.5 years of age. In general, when the cubs are 17 to 18 months old the mother ceases to lead them to kills or to care for them in any way.
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
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