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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More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do Suni have any predators?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
What is a Serval?
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Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
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What do porcupines eat?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
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