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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More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do Suni have any predators?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
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Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
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What do Blue wildebeest eat?
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How far can cheetah run at top speed?
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What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
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