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
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions move around during the day?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions eat carrion?
How do lions kill their prey?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions communicate well?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Why do some males have black manes?
Can lions climb trees?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions attack elephants?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions have enemies?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
What do Suni eat?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are leopards territorial?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What is a Brown Hyena?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
What are lions breeding habits?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
What do Klipspringers eat?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
What does a Serval eat?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What is an Aardwolf?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Do baboons migrate?
Are Suni social animals?
How often do elephants give birth?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Do lions scavenge?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
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