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 scavenge?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions have enemies?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
When do young lions become independent?
What are lions breeding habits?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How do lions kill their prey?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Can lions swim?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are lions territorial?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can the female lion roar?
Can lions climb trees?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
What do porcupines eat?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Are Serval endangered?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What is a Suni?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
What is a Honey Badger?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
How big do Klipspringers get?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Can the female lion roar?
What is a Klipspringer?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Are Warthogs fast?
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