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.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
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Are young adults expelled from the pride?
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Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
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Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How large is the average lion pride?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
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How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
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Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
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Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
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How fast can cheetahs run?
Do leopards roar?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do elephants have good memories?
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Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
What is a Serval?
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