How long do wolves live in the wild and in human care?
Gray wolves average 5 to 6 years in the wild by one count and 6 to 8 by another. In human care they may live to 15 by one account and up to 20 by another.
Reproduction & Life Cycle
How long do zebras live in the wild and in zoos?
Zebras average 12 to 17 years depending on species. Wild Burchell’s zebras average 9 years, while captive Burchell’s zebras can survive up to 40 years.
Blue whale gestation period: about 10 to 12 months
A blue whale’s gestation period is approximately 10 to 12 months per NOAA Fisheries; Animal Diversity Web gives 11 to 12 months. Calves are born in winter.
How long do hippos live? Wild and captive life spans
Common hippos in the wild average 25 to 30 years by one count, and most die by 40 to 45. In captivity, the oldest female reached 61 years.
How long do rhinos live? Life spans by species and setting
The San Diego Zoo lists 40 to 45 years for rhinos, but published figures differ by species and by whether the animals live in the wild or in human care.
How long do orcas live? Wild lifespans for males and females
NOAA Fisheries says wild male orcas average about 30 years and females typically live about 50. Animal Diversity Web gives around 36 and 63 years.
How long do lions live in the wild and in zoos?
Wild lionesses may live as long as 16 years, while wild males rarely make it past 12. In zoos, lions may reach their late teens or early 20s.
How long do gorillas live? Wild and human-care life spans
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo says western lowland gorillas live 30 or 40 years in the wild and may reach their 50s in human care.
How long do giraffes live in the wild and in zoos?
In the wild, giraffes live 10 to 15 years by one figure and 25 years on average by another. In zoos, life expectancy is 20 to 27 years.
How long do cheetahs live in the wild and in captivity?
Wild cheetahs average 8 to 10 years, while cheetahs in human care average 12 to 15 years. Another listing gives up to 14 years wild and up to 20 in captivity.