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 have a social hierarchy?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
When do young lions become independent?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Can lions climb trees?
What are lions breeding habits?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions attack elephants?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions scavenge?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions have enemies?
Can lions swim?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How do lions kill their prey?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Are impalas endangered?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How big do Serval get?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
How often do elephants give birth?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Can lions swim?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Are Elands dangerous?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
What is a Honey Badger?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
How do lions kill their prey?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
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