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
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can lions swim?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions attack elephants?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions have enemies?
Can the female lion roar?
Are lions territorial?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are lions breeding habits?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions communicate well?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Can lions climb trees?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
What do hippos eat?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What is a Suni?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Do lions have enemies?
Are hippos dangerous?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Are Elands dangerous?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Can lions swim?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
What are lions breeding habits?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Are impalas endangered?
How do lions kill their prey?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
How big do Klipspringers get?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
What do Suni eat?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
How big are porcupines?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
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