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
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions attack elephants?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Can lions swim?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Why do some males have black manes?
Can the female lion roar?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions have enemies?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions scavenge?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions communicate well?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How large is the average lion pride?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Can lions climb trees?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
How fast are cheetahs?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
Are Warthogs fast?
Do they attack other predators?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
Are cheetahs territorial?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
Are leopards territorial?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Are Suni social animals?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What is a Klipspringer?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
How fast can hyaena run?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
Do lions move around during the day?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
How fast can cheetahs run?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
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