Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Although either the male or the female can initiate copulation, it is by far more often the female that does.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Can the female lion roar?
Are lions territorial?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions scavenge?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What are lions breeding habits?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Can lions climb trees?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Can lions swim?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How big are porcupines?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are impalas endangered?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
What is a Suni?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What do cheetahs eat?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do Elands eat?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
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