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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 attack elephants?

Are lions cannibalistic?

Can lions swim?

Do lions scavenge?

When do young lions become independent?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Do lions communicate well?

Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

At what age are lions sexually mature?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

Do lions have enemies?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

Do lions eat carrion?

Is lion cub mortality high?

Can the female lion roar?

Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Can lions climb trees?

Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

Do lions kill their prey quickly?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

Do lions hide during rainy weather?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Why do some males have black manes?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

How large is the average lion pride?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

How often do female lions produce cubs?