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
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are lions territorial?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions scavenge?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How large is the average lion pride?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions communicate well?
Do lions have enemies?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Can lions climb trees?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions move around during the day?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can the female lion roar?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Are Suni social animals?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do leopards roar?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What is a hippo?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Can lions climb trees?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
What do Suni eat?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do Suni have any predators?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Are cheetahs territorial?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Are Porcupines rodents?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What is an Aardwolf?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Can the female lion roar?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
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