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
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How large is the average lion pride?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions attack elephants?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Can the female lion roar?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions have enemies?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Can lions swim?
Why do some males have black manes?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
What is a Brown Hyena?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Do leopards mark their territories?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
What is a Suni?
Are impalas endangered?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions communicate well?
What do hippos eat?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What do Elands look like?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
How big are porcupines?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Are Serval endangered?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
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