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
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Can lions swim?
When do young lions become independent?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions move around during the day?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What are lions breeding habits?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Can the female lion roar?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions have enemies?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
What is an impala?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
Why do some males have black manes?
What is an Aardwolf?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Do elephants have good memories?
What do Klipspringers eat?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
How big are porcupines?
What do Suni eat?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
How do lions kill their prey?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
When do hyaenas hunt?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Do lions have enemies?
Are hippos dangerous?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What do Elands eat?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
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