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
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can lions climb trees?
Do lions scavenge?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are lions territorial?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions move around during the day?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions have enemies?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions communicate well?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Can the female lion roar?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
How long do Suni live?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
What does a Serval eat?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions communicate well?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
What do impalas eat?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Are Servals social animals?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Do elephants have good memories?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Do Suni have any predators?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What is a Serval?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Are impalas endangered?
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