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
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
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Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
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Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
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How do lions kill their prey?
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More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do leopards mark their territories?
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What is a Klipspringer?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
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What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What is a Serval?
What is a Brown Hyena?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
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What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
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How long do African Lions sleep on average?
How big do Serval get?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What are lions breeding habits?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
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