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
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
When do young lions become independent?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions communicate well?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions attack elephants?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Can lions climb trees?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Can lions swim?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions move around during the day?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Can the female lion roar?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions eat carrion?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions scavenge?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are lions territorial?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is an Eland?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Are Porcupines rodents?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Are impalas endangered?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Do baboons migrate?
Do they attack other predators?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Are lions territorial?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do Giraffes sleep?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do Elands eat?
What do porcupines eat?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do porcupines have any predators?
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