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
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are lions territorial?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What are lions breeding habits?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions communicate well?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
When do young lions become independent?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Why do some males have black manes?
Can lions climb trees?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions have enemies?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is an Aardwolf?
Do lions eat carrion?
What do hippos eat?
Do lions communicate well?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
What do impalas eat?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
What do cheetahs eat?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Are Warthogs fast?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
How long do Suni live?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
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