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
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Why do some males have black manes?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Can lions climb trees?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How large is the average lion pride?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions attack elephants?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can lions swim?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
When do young lions become independent?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How do lions kill their prey?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
How large is the average lion pride?
How big can hippos get?
What is an impala?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
What are lions breeding habits?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
How do lions kill their prey?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
How fast can cheetahs run?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
What does a Serval look like?
How fast can hyaena run?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
Are Warthogs fast?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Do lions communicate well?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
Do baboons migrate?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
Can lions swim?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
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