From a year of age onward, cubs are considered adolescents. They have more independence than a younger cub, however they are still not productive members of the pride yet.
If you like an adolescent, but are disappointed by its gender, you can always use a cub sex changer from the oasis to switch it to the opposite gender.
Gaining Independence
An adolescent will no longer follow its mother if the mother is chased off, traded, or transferred, unlike a cub.
Adolescents are still growing and learning what it means to be an adult, and as such they desire full bellies and lots of attention to become the best they can be.
Becoming an adult
An adolescent becomes an adult at the age of 2 years, or 24 real life days. Currently males will be chased off automatically after they turn 2 years old. Females will remain in the pride; however if there is not enough room in the pride, they also will be chased off.