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 much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions scavenge?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Is lion cub mortality high?
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Do lions move around during the day?
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What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions attack elephants?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
When do young lions become independent?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions communicate well?
Can lions climb trees?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What are lions breeding habits?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
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What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do they attack other predators?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Are cheetahs territorial?
What do Elands eat?
What are lions breeding habits?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Do lions scavenge?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are lions territorial?
Are impalas endangered?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
How big do Klipspringers get?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
What does a Serval look like?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
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Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
What is a hippo?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What is an Eland?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
How fast can Elands run?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
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