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
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
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Do lions attack elephants?
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Can the female lion roar?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Is lion cub mortality high?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Can lions climb trees?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
When do young lions become independent?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Are lions territorial?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What are lions breeding habits?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions have enemies?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How fast can hyaena run?
What does a Serval look like?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are hippos dangerous?
Do lions eat carrion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions have enemies?
What do Suni eat?
What is a Brown Hyena?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
How big can hippos get?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
What is an impala?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
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Are Klipspringers endangered?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Can lions climb trees?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What is a Suni?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
What is an Aardwolf?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
Can lions swim?
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