Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
If the new males kill the cubs the female comes into oestrus very soon, which allows the male to sire and raise his own cubs in the pride.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
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Do lions move around during the day?
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Can the female lion roar?
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How large is the average lion pride?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
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Do all male lions possess a mane?
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
What is a Brown Hyena?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
How do lions kill their prey?
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How long do Suni live?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
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Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
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Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
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Do leopards roar?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What are lions breeding habits?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
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