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 often become man eaters?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions have enemies?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are lions territorial?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
When do young lions become independent?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions scavenge?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How do lions kill their prey?
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions attack elephants?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Can lions swim?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions eat carrion?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How big do Klipspringers get?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
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Are young adults expelled from the pride?
How fast can hyaena run?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
How big are porcupines?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do lions communicate well?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are Warthogs fast?
Do Suni have any predators?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
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