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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


Why do some males have black manes?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Can lions swim?

Is lion cub mortality high?

Do lions scavenge?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

Do lions often become man eaters?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

What are lions breeding habits?

When do young lions become independent?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

Do lions eat carrion?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

How large is the average lion pride?

How do lions kill their prey?

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

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

Do lions attack elephants?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?

Do lions move around during the day?

Can the female lion roar?

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

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

Do lions communicate well?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

Are lions territorial?

At what age are lions sexually mature?