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
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions attack elephants?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Can lions swim?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions scavenge?
Can the female lion roar?
What are lions breeding habits?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Are lions territorial?
How large is the average lion pride?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions have enemies?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are cheetahs territorial?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Are Warthogs fast?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is a Honey Badger?
When do young lions become independent?
How long do Suni live?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
Are leopards territorial?
Are Elands dangerous?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What do Elands eat?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are hippos dangerous?
Can lions swim?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are Suni social animals?
What is an Aardwolf?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
What is a Klipspringer?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
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