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 all male lions possess a mane?
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Can lions climb trees?
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What are the preferred prey species of lion?
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What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
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What are the normal causes of death in lions?
When do young lions become independent?
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Are lions territorial?
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Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
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Are impalas endangered?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
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Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
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What is an Aardwolf?
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What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
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How big can hippos get?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Are leopards territorial?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
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Are Servals social animals?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Are Elands dangerous?
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