There is a world somewhere between reality and fiction. Although ignored by many, it is very real and so are those living in it. This forum is about the natural world. Here, wild animals will be heard and respected. The forum offers a glimpse into an unknown world as well as a room with a view on the present and the future. Anyone able to speak on behalf of those living in the emerald forest and the deep blue sea is invited to join.
Its not some big assumtion. Its how it nearly always ends.
If a male lion runs into another male lion that is territorial.
The territorial lion either gets rid of him to protect his pride. Or the challenger will seek to detrone and take the pride himself.
Even if the two are nomadic. If the difference in strength is far to large . Without a prexisting social bond the stronger one typically will just chase of the weaker one when food grows scarce.
I think you guys are overestimating how social lions are.
They arent looking for opportunities to make friends above all else.