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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


Can the female lion roar?

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?

Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?

Do lions attack elephants?

Do lions have enemies?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

What are the normal causes of death in lions?

What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?

Do lions often become man eaters?

What are lions breeding habits?

Do lions have a social hierarchy?

How long do African Lions sleep on average?

Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?

Do lions communicate well?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

Which habitat to lions prefer?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

Can lions climb trees?

Do female lions secure food for their cubs?

Do the female lions do most of the hunting?

Do all male lions possess a mane?

Do the home ranges of lions overlap?

Are lions cannibalistic?

Is lion cub mortality high?

Do lions move around during the day?

What causes a lion to become a man eater?

How do lions kill their prey?

How far can the roar of a lion be heard?

Do lions scavenge?

Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?

When do young lions become independent?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

Are male lions more aggressive than females?

What is the size of the average lion litter?

Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?

Are young adults expelled from the pride?

How often do female lions produce cubs?