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
Why do some males have black manes?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions move around during the day?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How do lions kill their prey?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Can lions swim?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are lions territorial?
Can the female lion roar?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are lions cannibalistic?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions scavenge?
What are lions breeding habits?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do lions eat carrion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions communicate well?
Can lions climb trees?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions have enemies?
How large is the average lion pride?
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What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Do lions have enemies?
How big do Serval get?
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Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Do elephants have good memories?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
What do porcupines eat?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Are Warthogs fast?
How fast can hyaena run?
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