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 often do female lions produce cubs?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Can lions climb trees?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions communicate well?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
How large is the average lion pride?
Can the female lion roar?
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What are the normal causes of death in lions?
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Do lions often become man eaters?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Can lions swim?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Why do some males have black manes?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions communicate well?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
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How do elephants use their tusks?
Can the female lion roar?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
Do lions attack elephants?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
How big do Serval get?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How fast are cheetahs?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Are hippos dangerous?
How fast can cheetahs run?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
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