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
Can lions climb trees?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Why do some males have black manes?
Can lions swim?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
When do young lions become independent?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions communicate well?
Are lions territorial?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions attack elephants?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions have enemies?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What are lions breeding habits?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
What do Suni eat?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
How big do Serval get?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are hippos dangerous?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
What do porcupines eat?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
Do they attack other predators?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do Suni have any predators?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What is a Klipspringer?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
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