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
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions have enemies?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How large is the average lion pride?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions eat carrion?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are lions territorial?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What are lions breeding habits?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions communicate well?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions scavenge?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What is a Suni?
Do Suni have any predators?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
What is a Serval?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
What does a Serval look like?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Do Giraffes sleep?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Why do some males have black manes?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
How do elephants use their tusks?
How fast can impalas run?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
What does a Serval eat?
How fast are cheetahs?
What do cheetahs eat?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
What do hippos eat?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
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