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
When do young lions become independent?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions scavenge?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Can lions swim?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions have enemies?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Why do some males have black manes?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions move around during the day?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
How often do elephants give birth?
Do elephants have good memories?
What is a Klipspringer?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
Are Suni social animals?
How big do Serval get?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What do cheetahs eat?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
What do Suni eat?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Are impalas endangered?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Do leopards roar?
Are Serval endangered?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Can the female lion roar?
What do hippos eat?
Are hippos dangerous?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
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