Scent marking plays a crucial role in maintaining the cohesion of a lion pride by helping individuals communicate and establish territorial boundaries. Lions use scent marking to communicate information about their identity, reproductive status, and territory to other pride members and neighboring prides. By depositing scent marks, lions can avoid unnecessary confrontations, reduce intraspecific competition, and reinforce social bonds within the pride. Additionally, scent marking helps to deter potential threats and predators, ultimately contributing to the overall unity and stability of the pride.
