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
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
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What is a hippo?
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Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
How fast can hyaena run?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
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