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 communicate well?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions move around during the day?
How do lions kill their prey?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions eat carrion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
When do young lions become independent?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Can lions climb trees?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Are lions territorial?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Can lions swim?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can the female lion roar?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Is lion cub mortality high?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
How big do Serval get?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Do Giraffes sleep?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
What do Elands eat?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What is a Klipspringer?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What is a Serval?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are leopards territorial?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What is an impala?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
How fast can cheetahs run?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Are impalas endangered?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
Are Elands dangerous?
Do Suni have any predators?
What is a Brown Hyena?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are lions breeding habits?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
What do porcupines eat?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Are hippos dangerous?
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