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.
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What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
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What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
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What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
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When do young lions become independent?
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Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
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What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
What do Elands eat?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
How big can hippos get?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
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What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
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Do lions communicate well?
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