Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
If the new males kill the cubs the female comes into oestrus very soon, which allows the male to sire and raise his own cubs in the pride.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Can lions climb trees?
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Do lions kill their prey quickly?
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How large is the average lion pride?
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How do lions kill their prey?
Can lions swim?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
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Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
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More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What is a Suni?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
What is a hippo?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Are Elands dangerous?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
Can lions climb trees?
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Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
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What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
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What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
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What do Klipspringers eat?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Can the female lion roar?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
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