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
How do lions kill their prey?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions scavenge?
Why do some males have black manes?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How large is the average lion pride?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Can the female lion roar?
Are lions territorial?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are lions breeding habits?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can lions climb trees?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Can lions swim?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How big do Serval get?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Are Serval endangered?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
Are Warthogs fast?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do lions eat carrion?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How large is the average lion pride?
How big do Klipspringers get?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
What is an impala?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
What do cheetahs eat?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What do Elands look like?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
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