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 communicate well?
Are lions territorial?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
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What are lions breeding habits?
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How large is the average lion pride?
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What is the size of the average lion litter?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
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Do lions attack elephants?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
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What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
When do young lions become independent?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What do Suni eat?
Are Servals social animals?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Do they attack other predators?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
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At what age are lions sexually mature?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are hippos dangerous?
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How do Elephants Communicate?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What do Elands eat?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are impalas endangered?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Do lions communicate well?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
Do leopards mark their territories?
What do hippos eat?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
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