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
Do lions have enemies?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Can lions swim?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
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Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
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Do all male lions possess a mane?
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Do lions eat carrion?
Can the female lion roar?
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What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions communicate well?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are lions territorial?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How large is the average lion pride?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions scavenge?
When do young lions become independent?
What are lions breeding habits?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
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What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
What do Klipspringers eat?
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What is a Honey Badger?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
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What are the leopards breeding habits?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
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Can lions climb trees?
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Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
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Why do some males have black manes?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
How big do Serval get?
What do porcupines eat?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is a Klipspringer?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do baboons migrate?
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How fast can hyaena run?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
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