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
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What are lions breeding habits?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Why do some males have black manes?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions scavenge?
How large is the average lion pride?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Can the female lion roar?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions have enemies?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Can lions swim?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are lions territorial?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions move around during the day?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What do impalas eat?
How do lions kill their prey?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
Do elephants have good memories?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What is an impala?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
When do young lions become independent?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
How do elephants use their tusks?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Are lions territorial?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Do lions attack elephants?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Are Suni endangered?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Do baboons migrate?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What do hippos eat?
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