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?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions have enemies?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Can lions swim?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Can the female lion roar?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How do lions kill their prey?
Can lions climb trees?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
How large is the average lion pride?
Why do some males have black manes?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions attack elephants?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions communicate well?
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Do leopards mark their territories?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
Can lions swim?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
Are Porcupines rodents?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How fast can impalas run?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
Do lions scavenge?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What does a Serval look like?
Are Warthogs fast?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Are hippos dangerous?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Do lions move around during the day?
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