There is a world somewhere between reality and fiction. Although ignored by many, it is very real and so are those living in it. This forum is about the natural world. Here, wild animals will be heard and respected. The forum offers a glimpse into an unknown world as well as a room with a view on the present and the future. Anyone able to speak on behalf of those living in the emerald forest and the deep blue sea is invited to join.
Instincts are not complex. They are more urges an animal needs to learn to surpres or work with to survive.
Lots of prides develop their own hunting cultures, with expertise in some prey animals but a complete lack of skill in others, which can differ for each pride.
We also see cubs struggle a lot in their own attempts and being shown how to perform certain tasks in a educational manner by the lionesses.
If you raise a cub in isolation and then toss it in the Savanna. Its likely just going to die or struggle until it learns on its own.