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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More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
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May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
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Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
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What is a Honey Badger?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is a Brown Hyena?
Are Serval endangered?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Do Suni have any predators?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
How fast are cheetahs?
How do elephants use their tusks?
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