Lions use various body language cues to signal submission or dominance during social interactions with other lions. Some common cues include:
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Submission: Lions may crouch low to the ground, flatten their ears against their head, tuck their tail between their legs, and avoid direct eye contact with a dominant lion. They may also roll onto their back to expose their vulnerable belly as a sign of submission.
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Dominance: On the other hand, dominant lions often exhibit confident and assertive body language. They may stand tall with a straight posture, hold their head high, puff out their chest, and use direct eye contact to assert their dominance over other lions. They may also use vocalizations such as roaring to assert their authority.
These body language cues help lions establish and maintain their social hierarchy within a pride.
