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
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions communicate well?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What are lions breeding habits?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How large is the average lion pride?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
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Why do some males have black manes?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions scavenge?
Can lions swim?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Can the female lion roar?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
What is an Aardwolf?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Do lions have enemies?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
How big can hippos get?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Are Suni social animals?
What do Aardwolves eat?
What is a Klipspringer?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
What do porcupines eat?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
What is a Suni?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Are Serval endangered?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
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