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 lions territorial?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions have enemies?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions communicate well?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Why do some males have black manes?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
When do young lions become independent?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
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Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
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What does a Serval look like?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
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Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
What do Elands look like?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
What is an Aardwolf?
How fast can impalas run?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
Can lions swim?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
Are Elands dangerous?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Are Serval endangered?
What is a Serval?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Do lions have enemies?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
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