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.
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Is lion cub mortality high?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How large is the average lion pride?
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Can the female lion roar?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions communicate well?
Why do some males have black manes?
How do lions kill their prey?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
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Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
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What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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How long do Honey Badgers live?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
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How fast can hyaena run?
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Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
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Can Serval be kept as pets?
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When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
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What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
Do lions have enemies?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are Porcupines rodents?
What is a Serval?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What does a Serval look like?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
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