WHAT AMAZING MATING SKILLS THE LION HAS! Lions have fascinating mating habits! When there are several adult males in a lion pride, they usually work together to defend their territory and pride. When it comes to mating, dominant males frequently take precedence and will mate with the females in the pride. A male lion will become more territorial and protective during the mating season, which can occur throughout the year but often peaks at specific times. He will mark his territory with urine an