Now Valentin Gruener shows that even Lions can be humans best friend if treated correctly. The basic message from both is: Treat animals with respect and do nit threaten them and they will do the same to you. Be aware but not afraid from predators.
Lions are extremely accomplished predators and adept hunters. For them, humans count as prey. Ignoring their prowess in this department is a big mistake.
They are known for being loyal to their family. Not their biological family but their pride, this sometimes means that they do not keep family members in their pride especially if they are male. A lion's roar may be heard from at least 5 kilometers away, making it an effective territorial statement.
Tigers are typically wary of humans and usually show no preference for human meat. Although humans are relatively easy prey, they are not a desired source of food. Thus, most man-eating tigers are old, infirm, or have missing teeth, and choose human victims out of desperation.
Lions are most affectionate to their like-sexed companions. Females spend their lives in their mothers' pride or with their sisters in a new pride; males may only spend a few years in a given pride but remain with their coalition partners throughout their lives.
Lion snuggles look adorable, but they betray evidence of the often violent life that lions lead. Cuddling may help to reinforce friendships that become necessary to protect a lion's territory from intruders. Life is tough, if you're a lion.
Male lion nibbles lioness on the bottom before fierce neck 'love bite' in amazing display of tough love. A lion has shown he can play things soft and hard with his lioness - nibbling her on the bottom and biting her neck before roaring at her during a session of tough love.
Are cheetahs friendly? Cheetahs are not an active threat to humans, and are rather docile compared to other wild cats. But, cheetahs are still wild animals, and you should never attempt to touch a wild cheetah. This is important for your own safety, as well as for the cheetah's well-being.
Elephants are thought to be highly altruistic animals that even aid other species, including humans, in distress. In India, an elephant was helping locals lift logs by following a truck and placing the logs in pre-dug holes upon instruction from the mahout (elephant trainer).
Adult hyenas do not make good pets because they are aggressive and prone to attack animals – including humans – that attempt to dominate them. On the other hand, young hyenas are fun pets for experienced caregivers who understand hyena behavior. But let's be clear – raising even young hyenas as pets is not recommended.
Leo's biggest weakness is their selfish nature. They only think about their own needs and put themselves forward in all situations. This behaviour drives the good people in their lives away and causes a lot of trouble to the people in their surroundings.
Lions can never be tamed or domesticated – nor should they. Their needs are just not compatible with our needs. They have evolved for thousands of years to live in their natural environment? One interesting study found that lions are entirely unsuitable to life in captivity (Clubb & Mason, 2003, 2007).
Lions should never be kept as pets, but sadly many big cats are kept as pets by private individuals across the world. This is because legal restrictions on the trade and keeping of wild animals as pets vary significantly by country.
Lions have few predators to fear other than humans. A very young or sickly lion might fall prey to hyenas. Cubs may be attacked and eaten by adult male lions. Lions are most threatened by humans who hunt them and encroach on their habitat.
#1 Nile Crocodile
The Nile crocodile gets the number one spot because it is the only animal on the list to consider humans a regular part of its diet. It's just as likely to grab a human that strays too close to the water's edge as it would a wildebeest. Hundreds of people are killed by the Nile crocodile every year.
Giraffes are friendly animals by nature. Wild giraffes live in herds and spend their time traveling, eating, and resting together. Ironically, a group of giraffes is called a tower! Not only do they enjoy being surrounded by other giraffes, they often enjoy the humans as well.
CHIMPANZEES. RECKONED to be the most-intelligent animals on the planet, chimps can manipulate the environment and their surroundings to help themselves and their community. They can work out how to use things as tools to get things done faster, and they have outsmarted people many a time.
1. Maine Coon. The Maine coon, nicknamed "America's cat," sits at the top of the friendliest cat breeds list. Don't let the large size fool you: there's nothing to fear about this sweet-natured breed that is great for families, including those with small children.
Cheetahs are predators that do not eat other predators or even challenge other predators. Humans are not prey to Cheetahs and a human's height will also deter even an inquisitive Cheetah from approaching.
It wants to eat you, challenge you, or is wary of you. If a lion stares at you avoid eye contact, but do not give it your back. Walk backwards if you have to, and keep your eyes peeled for any more lions that may be watching on your flanks (unless its a male staring you down there likely are more lions around).
Interesting Lion Behaviour: Smiling
If you have been on safari you may have been lucky enough to view a pride of lions and come across a male lion or lioness lifting their heads and smiling. This looks very comical but it actually plays an important role in the communication between pride members.