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
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Do lions attack elephants?
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How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
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Do lions often become man eaters?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How large is the average lion pride?
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Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
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More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
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How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
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How long do Blue wildebeest live?
What do impalas eat?
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What is a Blue wildebeest?
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How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
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How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
What does a Serval eat?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
When do young lions become independent?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
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What is a Honey Badger?
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