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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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At what age are lions sexually mature?

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Can lions climb trees?

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How large is the average lion pride?

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What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

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How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

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