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
How often do female lions produce cubs?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
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Do lions move around during the day?
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What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Can the female lion roar?
Can lions swim?
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Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
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Do lions often become man eaters?
How do lions kill their prey?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions have enemies?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are lions cannibalistic?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
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Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Can lions swim?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is a Suni?
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What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
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What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Are Serval endangered?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do Giraffes sleep?
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What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Are Elands dangerous?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
What is an impala?
How big do Serval get?
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