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
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
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Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
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How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Is lion cub mortality high?
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More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do baboons migrate?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
How long do Suni live?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
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How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Are cheetahs territorial?
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Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
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What do porcupines eat?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
How fast can hyaena run?
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What do Brown Hyenas eat?
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What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
Can lions climb trees?
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How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
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What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
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