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
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions move around during the day?
Can the female lion roar?
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Do lions often become man eaters?
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Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
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Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions communicate well?
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How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
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Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
How big can hippos get?
Are impalas endangered?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
How do elephants use their tusks?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
What do cheetahs eat?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
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How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
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What do Suni eat?
What do porcupines eat?
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Are Serval endangered?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
How long do Suni live?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
How fast can Elands run?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
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How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
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