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.
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What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
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Can lions climb trees?
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Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
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What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are lions territorial?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
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Do leopards mark their territories?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Do baboons migrate?
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When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do Suni have any predators?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What is a Brown Hyena?
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Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
How do lions kill their prey?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
What do Klipspringers eat?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
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How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
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How fast can impalas run?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Are Porcupines rodents?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What is a hippo?
When do hyaenas hunt?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
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