Male lions Pathera leo pair bond and initiate social activity with affectionate nuzzling and caressing
Head rubbing, nuzzling and social licking is the most common peaceful tactile gestures among lions while they resting The head and neck are the most common parts of the body licked, as a lion cannot lick these areas individually.
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Location: Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, Africa
Photo credit: © Serge Vero / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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