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
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions attack elephants?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How do lions kill their prey?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
When do young lions become independent?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Can lions swim?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions communicate well?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Why do some males have black manes?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can lions climb trees?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do lions attack elephants?
How long do Suni live?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
What does a Serval eat?
What does a Serval look like?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
What is a Klipspringer?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Do lions have enemies?
What do Suni eat?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are Serval endangered?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
What do cheetahs eat?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What is an impala?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
What is a hippo?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions move around during the day?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
Do you want to test your knowledge on the animals of the Kruger National Park?