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 all male lions possess a mane?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions communicate well?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How do lions kill their prey?
How large is the average lion pride?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
When do young lions become independent?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions have enemies?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Are lions territorial?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions eat carrion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions scavenge?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are impalas endangered?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do baboons migrate?
Do lions eat carrion?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Do they attack other predators?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Are Serval endangered?
What is a Suni?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
How fast can hyaena run?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What does a Serval look like?
Are Warthogs fast?
What is a Serval?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Are leopards territorial?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
What is an Eland?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
How long do Suni live?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
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