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
Do lions attack elephants?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions have enemies?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Can lions swim?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Can the female lion roar?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions move around during the day?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions communicate well?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions eat carrion?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What are lions breeding habits?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Do elephants have good memories?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are Elands dangerous?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Do porcupines have any predators?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What do cheetahs eat?
What are lions breeding habits?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Are Warthogs fast?
How often do elephants give birth?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are leopards territorial?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
What do hippos eat?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What do Elands look like?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
What is an Eland?
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