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
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are lions territorial?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions scavenge?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
When do young lions become independent?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can lions swim?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions attack elephants?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions communicate well?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions eat carrion?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
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What are the leopards breeding habits?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
What is an Aardwolf?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
How often do elephants give birth?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
What do Elands eat?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
How big do Klipspringers get?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
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