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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Can lions swim?
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Is lion cub mortality high?
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Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
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How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
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How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
How big do Klipspringers get?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
How big do Serval get?
How do lions kill their prey?
How long do Suni live?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
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