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 lion cub mortality high?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
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When do young lions become independent?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions communicate well?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Can the female lion roar?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Can lions swim?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions often become man eaters?
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Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
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What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
Do lions attack elephants?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
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Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
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Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
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What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
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How often do elephants give birth?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What do cheetahs eat?
Do lions move around during the day?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
What do Klipspringers eat?
How big can hippos get?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
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What do Honey Badgers eat?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
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