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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Are young adults expelled from the pride?
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Are lions territorial?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
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What is the size of the average lion litter?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
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More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
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What is a hippo?
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Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions have enemies?
How fast can Elands run?
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Do they attack other predators?
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How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
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Can elephant tusks grow back?
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What is a Honey Badger?
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How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
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Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
What do impalas eat?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
What do Elands eat?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
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What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
How long do Suni live?
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