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
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Can lions climb trees?
How large is the average lion pride?
What are lions breeding habits?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How do lions kill their prey?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions scavenge?
When do young lions become independent?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions move around during the day?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can lions swim?
Do lions have enemies?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions communicate well?
Why do some males have black manes?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is a Klipspringer?
Do porcupines have any predators?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What do impalas eat?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
How fast can hyaena run?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
How long do Suni live?
What do Elands eat?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
How big do Serval get?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Do elephants have good memories?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How big can hippos get?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are lions territorial?
Do they attack other predators?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Do you want to test your knowledge on the animals of the Kruger National Park?