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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Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Can lions climb trees?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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When do young lions become independent?
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Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
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What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Can the female lion roar?
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Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
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Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
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