However, we can look at the lifespan of other tiger subspecies for an estimate:
* In captivity, tigers typically live for 10-15 years.
* In the wild, the lifespan is usually shorter due to factors like disease, injury, and lack of food.
Based on this, it's reasonable to assume that a South China tiger living in the wild would likely have a lifespan of around 10 years or less.
It's important to note that this is just an estimate, and we will never know for certain how long a South China tiger can live in the wild until they are successfully reintroduced to their natural habitat.