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.
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More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is a Brown Hyena?
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Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
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Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
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How far can cheetah run at top speed?
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