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
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
When do young lions become independent?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
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Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
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Do all male lions possess a mane?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Can lions swim?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions communicate well?
How large is the average lion pride?
Can lions climb trees?
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What is the potential life span of a leopard?
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Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Are Suni endangered?
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Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
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How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
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Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Do they attack other predators?
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Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
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Do baboons migrate?
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What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
Are Porcupines rodents?
What is a Serval?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do Suni have any predators?
Are Serval endangered?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
What do Suni eat?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
What do porcupines eat?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
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