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 have a social hierarchy?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions communicate well?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions have enemies?
Can the female lion roar?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are lions territorial?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How do lions kill their prey?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions move around during the day?
When do young lions become independent?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
What is a hippo?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
How long do Suni live?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
Can the female lion roar?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
How fast are cheetahs?
Do elephants have good memories?
Do baboons migrate?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
What does a Serval look like?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
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