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
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Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
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How large is the average lion pride?
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Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
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Which habitat to lions prefer?
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Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
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What is a Serval?
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What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
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