Are lions cannibalistic?
Lions are confirmed cannibals and the urge is not necessarily caused by hunger. Reproduction, the need to sire their own offspring, leads them to commit infanticide to get the lionesses into a state of oestrus quickly. Although cases of cannibalism have been recorded, they make up a minute percentage of lion kills.
Males frequently kill cubs when they take over a pride, and have been known to eat them.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
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What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Why do some males have black manes?
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Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
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Can lions climb trees?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Can the female lion roar?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
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How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Are Serval endangered?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
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