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
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions scavenge?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are lions territorial?
Why do some males have black manes?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can lions swim?
Do lions communicate well?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions often become man eaters?
When do young lions become independent?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do lions have enemies?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Are lions territorial?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do Giraffes sleep?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What do Suni eat?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
How fast can impalas run?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do elephants have good memories?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
Do they attack other predators?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
What is a Klipspringer?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
Do lions attack elephants?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
What is a Serval?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Why do some males have black manes?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Do you want to test your knowledge on the animals of the Kruger National Park?