What are lions breeding habits?
Cubs are born all year round, with females in the same pride often synchronizing births. In Kruger Park, the breeding peak seems to be from March to July.
After a gestation period of about 3.5 months, an average of two to four cubs weighing about 1.5 kg each are born and concealed in dense cover.
Cubs are born blind but their eyes open after three to 10 days. They walk within two weeks and are introduced to the pride at six to eight weeks, or later if there are older cubs in the pride. Weaning starts at 10 weeks and is completed within six months.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
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How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How large is the average lion pride?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions eat carrion?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Can lions climb trees?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can lions swim?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions move around during the day?
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What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
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Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
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Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
How big can hippos get?
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What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
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How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
What do impalas eat?
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How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
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