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
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
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Can lions swim?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions often become man eaters?
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Do lions scavenge?
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Do lions move around during the day?
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What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions attack elephants?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How do lions kill their prey?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions have enemies?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions communicate well?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are lions territorial?
How large is the average lion pride?
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Do lions kill their prey quickly?
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When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
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What do Klipspringers eat?
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Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
What do impalas eat?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
What do hippos eat?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
How fast can cheetahs run?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
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