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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Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
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Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
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More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
What do impalas eat?
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Are Klipspringers endangered?
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Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
How fast can cheetahs run?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do Elands look like?
Are leopards territorial?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
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