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
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
How large is the average lion pride?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Can lions swim?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Can lions climb trees?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are lions territorial?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions communicate well?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions scavenge?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Do Suni have any predators?
Are Porcupines rodents?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are Suni social animals?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
Can the female lion roar?
Are Serval endangered?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
How big do Serval get?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are hippos dangerous?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How big do Klipspringers get?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are Servals social animals?
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