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
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
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Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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How large is the average lion pride?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
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Do Suni have any predators?
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Can lions swim?
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How far can cheetah run at top speed?
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What do Blue wildebeest eat?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Do they attack other predators?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
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How long do Honey Badgers live?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
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