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
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
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Do lions communicate well?
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When do young lions become independent?
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How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions move around during the day?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
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Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
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Do lions attack elephants?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
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When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Do lions move around during the day?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What do Klipspringers eat?
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Do Suni have any predators?
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Do porcupines have any predators?
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Is lion cub mortality high?
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Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
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