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Episode Synopsis
How do lions recognize each other? One of the most powerful tools lions use for recognition is scent. Each lion ha s a unique signature scent, produced by glands located in various parts of their body, especially around the face and tail. When lions rub heads or engage in what looks like affectionate nuzzling, they are actually exchanging scents. This behavior, known as "head rubbing," reinforces social bonds and helps members of the same pride maintain familiarity with one another. These scent cues are so precise that a lion can tell whether another lion is from their pride, a neighboring pride, or a stranger just by the smell left behind on vegetation or in the air.⚠️Link to the article👉:https://www.kenyawildparks.com/how-do-lions-recognize-each-other/⚠️Check out our tour package 👉: https://www.kenyawildparks.com/tours-safaris/⚠️ Start Planning Your Trip to Kenya👉: https://www.kenyawildparks.com/contact-us/
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