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
How large is the average lion pride?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
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Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How do lions kill their prey?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
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What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
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Do lions often become man eaters?
Why do some males have black manes?
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What is the normal life span of a lion?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
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What are lions breeding habits?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can lions swim?
Is lion cub mortality high?
When do young lions become independent?
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What is an Aardwolf?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
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Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
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What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
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Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
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What is the potential life span of a leopard?
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Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
Do they attack other predators?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are Suni endangered?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
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What do Suni eat?
What is a Brown Hyena?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
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