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When observing male and female lions, one commonly sees interactions that showcase their social structure and bonds. Males often protect the pride, patrolling their territory and guarding against threats. Females, being primary hunters, display cooperative hunting behavior, working together to take down prey. Social interactions include grooming, nuzzling, and gentle head rubbing, which strengthen social bonds. During mating season, affectionate behaviors are frequent, with males and females engaging in repeated mating over several days. Lionesses care for the cubs collectively, with males occasionally showing protective and gentle behavior towards the young. These interactions highlight the complex and cooperative nature of lion prides.