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
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
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Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
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Do lions attack elephants?
What is a hippo?
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How big can hippos get?
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Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
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Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
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It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
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What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
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Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Are Warthogs fast?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
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How big do Serval get?
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