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
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Can lions climb trees?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions communicate well?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions scavenge?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Can the female lion roar?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions attack elephants?
When do young lions become independent?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions have enemies?
What are lions breeding habits?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How do lions kill their prey?
Why do some males have black manes?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is a Brown Hyena?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions move around during the day?
When do young lions become independent?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
How long do Suni live?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions have enemies?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
Can lions swim?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
What do impalas eat?
Can the female lion roar?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Can lions climb trees?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
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