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.
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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What are the preferred prey species of lion?
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Do lions kill their prey quickly?
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When do young lions become independent?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are lions territorial?
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Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
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What is a Blue wildebeest?
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