Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Although either the male or the female can initiate copulation, it is by far more often the female that does.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Are lions territorial?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Why do some males have black manes?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
When do young lions become independent?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Can lions climb trees?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions communicate well?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Can lions swim?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions move around during the day?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What do Klipspringers eat?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
What is a Honey Badger?
Do lions eat carrion?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
What do hippos eat?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Are impalas endangered?
Are Serval endangered?
Can lions climb trees?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Do porcupines have any predators?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are hippos dangerous?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
What are lions breeding habits?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Are Elands dangerous?
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