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
Do lions communicate well?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions eat carrion?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions move around during the day?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are lions breeding habits?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How do lions kill their prey?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions scavenge?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions have enemies?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
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Are lions territorial?
Do they attack other predators?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What do hippos eat?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What does a Serval eat?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
What is a Brown Hyena?
Are Porcupines rodents?
How big do Serval get?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Are Suni social animals?
Do Suni have any predators?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are Warthogs fast?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Are Suni endangered?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Do lions scavenge?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is an Eland?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
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