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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Do lions attack elephants?
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Do they attack other predators?
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Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
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When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Warthogs fast?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
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