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?
Do lions move around during the day?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
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Can the female lion roar?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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What are lions breeding habits?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions communicate well?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
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?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions have enemies?
Can lions swim?
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More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Are leopards territorial?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What is a Serval?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How do Elephants Communicate?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What is an Aardwolf?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
Do leopards mark their territories?
How big do Klipspringers get?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
What do Elands look like?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
How fast can hyaena run?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
How big can hippos get?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
What do cheetahs eat?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
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