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 all male lions possess a mane?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
When do young lions become independent?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What are lions breeding habits?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How large is the average lion pride?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions move around during the day?
Can lions swim?
Do lions attack elephants?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are lions territorial?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Can the female lion roar?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions communicate well?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions scavenge?
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How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
Are Warthogs fast?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
What do impalas eat?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
When do hyaenas hunt?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Are lions territorial?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What is a Honey Badger?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Can lions climb trees?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How fast can hyaena run?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do baboons migrate?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
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