Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Although either the male or the female can initiate copulation, it is by far more often the female that does.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Can lions swim?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions have enemies?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
When do young lions become independent?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Are lions territorial?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Can lions climb trees?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions eat carrion?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions scavenge?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions attack elephants?
Why do some males have black manes?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do lions communicate well?
How fast can cheetahs run?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do they attack other predators?
Can lions climb trees?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
Are Elands dangerous?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do elephants have good memories?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
Do leopards mark their territories?
How fast can Elands run?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
What do Aardwolves eat?
What is a Klipspringer?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
Can lions swim?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
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