Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Rubbing or greeting serves as a safety measure to avoid fights. A lion can avoid aggression from a stronger opponent by showing submission in rolling onto his back, exposing the throat.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
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Do lions have a social hierarchy?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
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Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
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Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Can the female lion roar?
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Are male lions more aggressive than females?
When do young lions become independent?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
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Do leopards mark their territories?
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What do cheetahs eat?
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Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
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What is a Serval?
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How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
How big are porcupines?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How fast are cheetahs?
What does a Serval look like?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
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