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
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
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Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions attack elephants?
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What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
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Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
When do young lions become independent?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions have enemies?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Can lions swim?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions scavenge?
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How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
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What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
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What do Brown Hyenas eat?
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When do hyaenas hunt?
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Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How fast can impalas run?
What do porcupines eat?
Are lions territorial?
How big do Serval get?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
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