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 the senses of a lion well developed?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
When do young lions become independent?
Are lions territorial?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions move around during the day?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions communicate well?
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How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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What is the size of the average lion litter?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Why do some males have black manes?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions scavenge?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Can lions climb trees?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions often become man eaters?
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Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Are Suni social animals?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
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Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What do Aardwolves eat?
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What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What is an impala?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
How big do Serval get?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
What do hippos eat?
How fast are cheetahs?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
What is a hippo?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
Can lions climb trees?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
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