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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 lions kill only when they are hungry?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

Is lion cub mortality high?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Are lions territorial?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?

Can lions climb trees?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Do lions move around during the day?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

What are lions breeding habits?

Do lions communicate well?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Why do some males have black manes?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

Do lions have enemies?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

How do lions kill their prey?

Do lions attack elephants?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?