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 communicate well?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions move around during the day?
Are lions territorial?
Can the female lion roar?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How do lions kill their prey?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Can lions climb trees?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can lions swim?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions attack elephants?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
What do hippos eat?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What do Elands eat?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
How fast are cheetahs?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Do lions have enemies?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
What is a Klipspringer?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
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