How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
In studies in the Kruger Park roars could be heard up to 4.5 km away, but the actual distance depends on the individual roaring as well as factors such as denseness of vegetation, wind force and direction and even the air humidity.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
When do young lions become independent?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Why do some males have black manes?
How large is the average lion pride?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What are lions breeding habits?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions scavenge?
Can the female lion roar?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Can lions swim?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Can lions climb trees?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions attack elephants?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
Why do some males have black manes?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Do baboons migrate?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
What do porcupines eat?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Are Warthogs fast?
Are leopards territorial?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What do Elands eat?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
Do they attack other predators?
Are lions territorial?
What does a Serval look like?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
How big do Serval get?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
What is an Aardwolf?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
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