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
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What are lions breeding habits?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Can lions climb trees?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions eat carrion?
How do lions kill their prey?
Can lions swim?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions have enemies?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions scavenge?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are lions territorial?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions communicate well?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions eat carrion?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
Can lions climb trees?
Do they attack other predators?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are leopards territorial?
What do cheetahs eat?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Are hippos dangerous?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What is a Serval?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What do hippos eat?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
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