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
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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Do lions hide during rainy weather?
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How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
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What is the lifespan of an impala?
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Do leopards roar?
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Are Suni social animals?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
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