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
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Can lions climb trees?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions scavenge?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How do lions kill their prey?
Can lions swim?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Why do some males have black manes?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What is an impala?
Do Suni have any predators?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Are leopards territorial?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do leopards roar?
What do porcupines eat?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
What do cheetahs eat?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Are Elands dangerous?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
Are Warthogs fast?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What does a Serval look like?
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