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
What are lions breeding habits?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions communicate well?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Can lions swim?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How do lions kill their prey?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions eat carrion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions have enemies?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are lions territorial?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
How large is the average lion pride?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Why do some males have black manes?
Is lion cub mortality high?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions move around during the day?
Can lions climb trees?
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Why do some males have black manes?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
What do impalas eat?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How fast can impalas run?
What is an impala?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
What are lions breeding habits?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
How fast can hyaena run?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Do lions have enemies?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions communicate well?
How do lions kill their prey?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
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