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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.

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What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Are lions territorial?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Do lions often become man eaters?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

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What is the size of the average lion litter?

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Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

Do lions move around during the day?

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Do lions attack elephants?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

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

Can the female lion roar?

Do lions communicate well?

Do lions scavenge?

Are lions cannibalistic?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

Do lions have enemies?

Why do some males have black manes?

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How much does an African Elephant weigh?

What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?

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How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?

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What is a Brown Hyena?

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

Are Suni endangered?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

What do cheetahs eat?

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