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 have a social hierarchy?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions eat carrion?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions communicate well?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
When do young lions become independent?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions scavenge?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Can lions climb trees?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How do lions kill their prey?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Are lions cannibalistic?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Can the female lion roar?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Can the female lion roar?
What do porcupines eat?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What do cheetahs eat?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
What does a Serval look like?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
How long do Suni live?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
Are hippos dangerous?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Can lions climb trees?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Why do some males have black manes?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
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