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
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions often become man eaters?
When do young lions become independent?
Can the female lion roar?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are lions breeding habits?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are lions territorial?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions move around during the day?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Can lions climb trees?
Can lions swim?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Why do some males have black manes?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Are Suni endangered?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Are hippos dangerous?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
How fast can impalas run?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
Are Servals social animals?
Are leopards territorial?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Do elephants have good memories?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
What does a Serval look like?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
How long do Suni live?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
Do baboons migrate?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
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