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 is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions eat carrion?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
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When is the best time for spotting lion?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
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Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
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Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
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Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
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What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
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What is an Eland?
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When do leopard cubs become independent?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
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