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.
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How large is the average lion pride?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
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What are the preferred prey species of lion?
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Do lions have enemies?
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Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
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What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do lions eat carrion?
How do lions kill their prey?
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When do young lions become independent?
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What is a Blue wildebeest?
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How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
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How often do female lions produce cubs?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Are Elands dangerous?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
How do Elephants Communicate?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What do hippos eat?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
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What do Blue wildebeest eat?
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