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Lions are not preyed upon by any other animal which probably
explains their arrogance and any disregard for other species.
Apparently, this also explains why they have no stripes or spots—no
need for camouflage—although they do have spots when they
are young. Resting during the day, they display strong family
ties with much mutual rubbing, licking and body contact. Their
uninterrupted life of sleeping, eating and breeding would suggest
a population explosion but the illusion of peaceful cooperation
disappears a soon as food is available. Then, survival of the
fittest is the maxim. Recent apparent soul-mates spit and snarl
and swipe at each other and any lion not in top condition will
go hungry without pricking the conscience of its fellow. |