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 lions have enemies?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are lions territorial?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions move around during the day?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions eat carrion?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions scavenge?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Can the female lion roar?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions communicate well?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Can lions swim?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
Do Giraffes sleep?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Can lions climb trees?
Are Serval endangered?
What does a Serval eat?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
How big are porcupines?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Do lions have enemies?
What is a Klipspringer?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
Are Suni social animals?
When do young lions become independent?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
How often do elephants give birth?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
How large is the average lion pride?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How long do Suni live?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
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